Best Camera for the Web/I.M.

Jay Rhome · 05-07-2010, 08:46 AM

What are the best cameras in the $100-200 range for internet marketing purposes?

You know, to talk to the camera, take outside, do some interviews, very basic stuff

It doesn't need to be HD, but be better than pre installed webcams. A nice plus is if the SOUND is good.

A few ones, I think it was a Flip and an "Eyeball", were quite popular a few months back, but my searches here and on Google don't come up with anything definitive.

Thanks

DogScout · 05-07-2010, 08:47 AM

Flip is very popular with the 'gurus'

FaJeeb · 05-07-2010, 09:51 AM

Most $100-$200 digital cameras that can record video and audio will probably work for you. I've made some this way.

My favorite is the Kodak zi8, which is similar to the "Flip" but better.

Jay Rhome · 05-07-2010, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by FaJeeb

Most $100-$200 digital cameras that can record video and audio will probably work for you. I've made some this way.

My favorite is the Kodak zi8, which is similar to the "Flip" but better.

Thanks. It does look interesting.

I went to specialist camera store, but to them all "cheap" cameras basically were the same, especially for audio! That's BS. They only have pro perspective, not on what we need as IMers.

I have 2 Canon Powershots, and the higher end model has much better video quality... but the audios is awful with a lot buzzing and background noise.

The sound is good on the zi8?

Kelly Verge · 05-07-2010, 10:05 AM

The Kodak zi8 would also be my recommendation. It has a mic jack, so that you can (eventually) add an external mic for MUCH better sound.

Jay Rhome · 05-07-2010, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kelly Verge

The Kodak zi8 would also be my recommendation. It has a mic jack, so that you can (eventually) add an external mic for MUCH better sound.

Yeah I just saw that on the great reviews - man it's GREAT to read unbiased reviews for once! IM is such a slimy world

It seems it pretty much require a better memory card and mic so it's $100-150 more that for the camera itself but then it's all good.

Dayor · 05-07-2010, 10:57 AM

I recomend flip too, very handy and easy download

ChrisHeggem · 05-07-2010, 11:35 AM

I am a huge advocate of the new Kodak Playsport. It has the same guts as the Kodak Zi8 (so it can do 1080p, 720p and 720p60frames). I prefer it over the flip for a couple reasons.

-expandable memory slot
-can shoot 5MP stills
-is waterproof up to 3 meters (10 feet)
-only $150!

I've already done a lot of fun things underwater that I couldn't have done with any other camera.

Jay Rhome · 05-07-2010, 02:04 PM

I found an ezine article comparing the Playsport and the Zi8. With the added mic input the Zi8 is the winner here, but the Playsport sure beats most of the Flips out there.

helisell · 05-09-2010, 04:57 PM

One thing to note about using videos online......

It is much.... much..... much.... better to have lousy video but great audio
than great video with a bad soundtrack.

You are absolutley right to be concerned about audio quality.

Negotiator74 · 05-09-2010, 05:20 PM

I use the Zi8 and an external mic and am very happy with it!

stellamary · 05-10-2010, 12:29 AM

You can get the Kodak zi8...It will be better for you...keep sharing.

SimonHarrison · 05-10-2010, 04:05 AM

Only issue I see with the Zi8 is it doesn't appear to show your image
on the monitor while your videoing yourself, how do you even know if
your "in shot" etc?

Albie Mathews · 05-10-2010, 04:22 AM

I suggest you Kodak ZI8. Hopefully, you will like it.

Jay Rhome · 05-10-2010, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by helisell

One thing to note about using videos online......

It is much.... much..... much.... better to have lousy video but great audio
than great video with a bad soundtrack.

You are absolutley right to be concerned about audio quality.

I fully agree. I now wonder what mic to get

I sure will get the zi8 with all the recommendations here!

krikkod · 05-23-2010, 11:04 PM

Hay Jay the kodak playsport does have an external mic jack but it's under the flap for 'water-proofness'. Which makes sense to cover the hole up when going underwater.

I was looking at getting one myself but am still undecided.

I remember someone on cnet was saying that the zi8 is better than the playsport in terms of clarity in close-up shots.

I think you would be better off going to the store and asking which is better between the playsport and the zi8 rather than trusting any online review. Because as you said - IM can get pretty slimy lol

SyndicateMarketing · 05-24-2010, 01:05 AM

Kodak Zi8 is the best camera in this price range. I've bought one for my wife and she is more than happy

She is making video posts with it

Leigh Davies · 05-24-2010, 06:41 AM

The Zi8's menu system isn't the best-it's no problem once you're accustomed to using it, but off-the-bat, it's not as intuitive as those on the Flip or Vado cameras. Also, the Zi8 tends to get noticeably hot with extended use, something I haven't experienced with other pocket camcorders.

Jay Rhome · 05-24-2010, 08:30 PM

Just a quick follow up.

I bought the Zi8. Very nice!

Very clear video, even at night (if you select the low light mode)

It records in .mov format so it's probably better for a Mac...

The external mic jack is busted already! It did work for a few days but I had to exchange it. Not a fun way to start but unless I get another broken model or it melts in a couple of months it's indeed a great choice!

Quote:

Originally Posted by krikkod

I think you would be better off going to the store and asking which is better between the playsport and the zi8 rather than trusting any online review. Because as you said - IM can get pretty slimy lol

No, no. I found only good reviews online! Instead of the usual "buy this even though I have not and am still giving my review" IM standard.

05-07-2010, 08:46 AM	#1
Jay Rhome Advanced Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 698 Thanks: 179 Thanked 149 Times in 107 Posts	Best Camera for the Web/I.M. What are the best cameras in the $100-200 range for internet marketing purposes? You know, to talk to the camera, take outside, do some interviews, very basic stuff It doesn't need to be HD, but be better than pre installed webcams. A nice plus is if the SOUND is good. A few ones, I think it was a Flip and an "Eyeball", were quite popular a few months back, but my searches here and on Google don't come up with anything definitive. Thanks

05-07-2010, 08:47 AM	#2
DogScout Self Unemployed War Room Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 2,339 Thanks: 697 Thanked 618 Times in 367 Posts Social Networking	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. Flip is very popular with the 'gurus'

05-07-2010, 09:51 AM	#3
FaJeeb Advanced Warrior Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: U.S. / Shanghai Posts: 687 Thanks: 10 Thanked 102 Times in 80 Posts	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. Most $100-$200 digital cameras that can record video and audio will probably work for you. I've made some this way. My favorite is the Kodak zi8, which is similar to the "Flip" but better.

05-07-2010, 10:05 AM	#5
Kelly Verge Today's the day! War Room Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Florida, USA. Posts: 1,319 Blog Entries: 6 Thanks: 343 Thanked 397 Times in 213 Posts	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. The Kodak zi8 would also be my recommendation. It has a mic jack, so that you can (eventually) add an external mic for MUCH better sound.

05-07-2010, 10:57 AM	#7
Dayor Active Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 33 Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. I recomend flip too, very handy and easy download

05-07-2010, 11:35 AM	#8
ChrisHeggem Warrior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 24 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Social Networking	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. I am a huge advocate of the new Kodak Playsport. It has the same guts as the Kodak Zi8 (so it can do 1080p, 720p and 720p60frames). I prefer it over the flip for a couple reasons. -expandable memory slot -can shoot 5MP stills -is waterproof up to 3 meters (10 feet) -only $150! I've already done a lot of fun things underwater that I couldn't have done with any other camera.

05-07-2010, 02:04 PM	#9
Jay Rhome Advanced Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 698 Thanks: 179 Thanked 149 Times in 107 Posts	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. I found an ezine article comparing the Playsport and the Zi8. With the added mic input the Zi8 is the winner here, but the Playsport sure beats most of the Flips out there.

05-09-2010, 04:57 PM	#10
helisell HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Midlands Posts: 253 Thanks: 19 Thanked 85 Times in 62 Posts	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. One thing to note about using videos online...... It is much.... much..... much.... better to have lousy video but great audio than great video with a bad soundtrack. You are absolutley right to be concerned about audio quality.

05-09-2010, 05:20 PM	#11
Negotiator74 HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 176 Thanks: 64 Thanked 19 Times in 15 Posts	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. I use the Zi8 and an external mic and am very happy with it!

05-10-2010, 12:29 AM	#12
stellamary Active Warrior Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 71 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. You can get the Kodak zi8...It will be better for you...keep sharing.

05-10-2010, 04:05 AM	#13
SimonHarrison Senior Warrior Member War Room Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Location, Location. Posts: 2,103 Thanks: 262 Thanked 450 Times in 270 Posts	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. Only issue I see with the Zi8 is it doesn't appear to show your image on the monitor while your videoing yourself, how do you even know if your "in shot" etc?

05-10-2010, 04:22 AM	#14
Albie Mathews Warrior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: USA Posts: 28 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. I suggest you Kodak ZI8. Hopefully, you will like it.

05-23-2010, 11:04 PM	#16
krikkod Graphics Guru War Room Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 204 Thanks: 14 Thanked 26 Times in 13 Posts	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. Hay Jay the kodak playsport does have an external mic jack but it's under the flap for 'water-proofness'. Which makes sense to cover the hole up when going underwater. I was looking at getting one myself but am still undecided. I remember someone on cnet was saying that the zi8 is better than the playsport in terms of clarity in close-up shots. I think you would be better off going to the store and asking which is better between the playsport and the zi8 rather than trusting any online review. Because as you said - IM can get pretty slimy lol

05-24-2010, 01:05 AM	#17
SyndicateMarketing Syndicate Marketing Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 90 Thanks: 7 Thanked 22 Times in 8 Posts Contact Info	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. Kodak Zi8 is the best camera in this price range. I've bought one for my wife and she is more than happy She is making video posts with it

05-24-2010, 06:41 AM	#18
Leigh Davies Warrior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 10 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Best Camera for the Web/I.M. The Zi8's menu system isn't the best-it's no problem once you're accustomed to using it, but off-the-bat, it's not as intuitive as those on the Flip or Vado cameras. Also, the Zi8 tends to get noticeably hot with extended use, something I haven't experienced with other pocket camcorders.