[DISCONTINUED] Zoom Q8 Handy Video Recorder

The Q8 combines high-definition video with high-resolution audio, making it the ideal camera for music and video creators everywhere. Its 160 degree wide-angle lens and digital zoom guarantee that you'll always capture the complete picture. Combine that with Zoom's groundbreaking interchangeable mic capsule system and two XLR/TRS combo inputs for a world of options.

The Q8 offers a large full-color LCD touchscreen for ease of use, along with a wealth of advanced features. Dual combo XLR/TRS inputs allow the connection of external microphones and line-level sources, and a built-in speaker and stereo Headphone/Line Out jack provide audio monitoring; there's even an HDMI output for video monitoring.

Its high-quality 160-degree wide-angle lens and flexible mounting options mean that you can shoot high-def video anywhere you go. In addition there's a USB output that allows the Q8 to be interconnected with your computer so you can use it with your favorite streaming or editing software.

Zoom Q8 Features

• Records directly to SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards, up to 128GB
• High-quality 160° wide-angle lens with selectable viewing angles (F2.0/16.6mm)
• Uses a system of interchangeable microphone capsules that can be swapped out as easily as the lens of a camera
• Supplied detachable stereo X/Y microphone (XYQ-8)
• Compatible with most Zoom microphone capsules (sold separately); not compatible with EXH-6 TRS/XLR Combo Input Capsule
• Full-color rotating LCD touchscreen
• Support for five HD video modes, up to 2304 x 1296 pixels (3M HD), as well as two WVGA modes
• Frame rates of up to 60fps for capturing fast action video and slow motion playback
• Records video in MOV format (with or without audio)
• Records audio in AAC and WAV formats, up to 24-bit/96k
• Up to four tracks of simultaneous audio recording
• Two mic/line inputs with XLR/TRS combo connectors, each with selectable phantom power and -20dB pad
• Analog-style gain controls for each input
• Built-in audio mixer
• Stereo link function
• Dedicated Headphone output/Line out
• Built-in speaker for fast monitoring
• HDMI video output for connection to HDTVs, selectable between NTSC and PAL
• USB interface for live streaming and data transfer to and from computer editing software
• Direct monitoring for zero latency during use as a USB mic
• Compatible with USTREAM Producer, Flash Live Media Encorder, Skype, and other popular streaming applications

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• Recording Media SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (up to 128GB)
• Image Sensor 1/3-inch 3-megapixel CMOS sensor
• Lens Fixed focus (36cm - ∞) F2.0, focal distance approx. 16.6 mm (35mm equivalent)
• Video Format MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (MOV)
• Video Resolutions 3M HD (2304 x 1296 pixels) 30fps, HD (1080 pixels) 30fps , HD (720 pixels) 60fps , HD (720 pixels) 30fps , WVGA 60fps , WVGA 30fps
• Audio Formats WAV (16/24-bit quantization, 44.1/48/96kHz sampling frequency) , AAC (64-320kbps bit rate, 48kHz sampling
• Audio Functions Low-cut filter, compressor, limiter
• Image Functions Digital zoom (1.0x-4.0x) , Scene selection (Auto/Concert Lighting/Night) , Self timer (Off, 3 seconds, 5 seconds, 10 seconds)
• Display 2.7" full-color LCD touchscreen
• Built-In Speaker 400mW 8 Ω mono speaker
• L/R Inputs
  • X/Y Mic (XYQ-8): 120° X/Y stereo format
  • Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 140 dB SPL
  • Input Gain: ∞ to +52 dB
  • Equivalent Input Noise: − 120 dBu or less
• Input 1/2 Input
  • Connectors: TRS/XLR combo jacks
  • Input Gain (PAD OFF): −∞ to 55 dB
  • Input Gain (PAD ON): −∞ to 35 dB
  • Input Impedance: 1.8 k Ω or more
  • Maximum Input Level: +22 dBu (PAD ON)
  • Phantom Power: +12/+24/+48V (Global for INPUT 1 and 2)
• Output Connectors Combined line/headphones stereo mini-jack . Type D micro HDMI
• USB
  • Connector: USB Mini B type
  • Operation as Mass Storage
    • Class: USB 2.0 High Speed
  • Operation as Audio Interface
    • Class: USB 1.0 Full Speed
  • Operation as Webcam: WVGA/720p video size, 48kHz 16-bit audio
  • Note: Operation as audio interface and mass storage supported with iPad (Apple Camera Connection Kit required) Note: USB bus power supported
• Power Supply
  • Lithium ion battery
  • DC 4.2V maximum voltage
  • DC 3.7V nominal voltage
  • 1700mAh capacity
• Battery Recharging Times
  • USB: 4 hours, 30 minutes (approximate)
  • AC Adapter: 2 hours, 45 minutes (approximate)
  • Battery Operation Time: More than 2 hours (when recording 720p/30fps)
• Dimensions
  • Mic Lowered (L x W x H): 158 x 48 x 69 mm
  • Mic Raised (L x W x H): 158 x 48 x 119 mm
  • X/Y Mic (XYQ-8): 50mm (L) x 37mm (W) x 32mm (H)
• Weight
  • Recorder (without battery, capsule): 9.2 oz (260 g)
  • XYQ-8 Mic Capsule: 1.4 oz (40 g)
  • Battery: 1.4 oz (40 g)