ZOOM Q8 HD Video Camera and Audio Recorder
Product Info
Just think of the possibilities with the ZOOM Q8 HD Video Camera with built-in Four–Track Audio Recorder You’ve never seen — or heard — anything like it. The Q8 marries high-definition video with high-resolution audio, making it the perfect camera for video creators everywhere. You can also connect it to a computer as a webcam to livestream.
- Use as a 720p webcam on PC or Mac Computers
- Use as an audio interface (not video) on tablets as well
- Or, you can record even higher resolution HD video to the internal SD card (*sold separately)
- Webcam function is for computers only (not mobile devices)
Not only that, but the Q8 has two audio input jacks onboard, so you can connect a wireless mic system and a music player and capture direct sound for virtual fitness classes.
Product highlights:
- Item Weight 9.1 ounces
- Product Dimensions 8.9 x 2.8 x 8.1 inches
- Records directly to SD, SDHC, and SDXC card (sold separately), up to 128GB
- High-quality 160° wide-angle lens with selectable viewing angles (F2.0/16.6mm)
- Includes detachable stereo X/Y microphone (XYQ-8)
- 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 (HD modes not available in Webcam mode)
- Frame rates of up to 60fps for capturing fast action video and slow motion playback
- Self-timer
- 4x digital zoom
- Webcam function is for computers only (not mobile devices)
- USB mic function for use with external devices such as computers and iPads (Apple Camera Connection Kit required)
- View the User Manual for setup and tech information
Here’s what comes included with the Q8:
- Detachable stereo X/Y microphone capsule (XYQ-8)
- Foam windscreen
- Rechargeable Li-ion battery
- USB cable (50 cm)
- Tripod to three-prong action camera mount adapter
- Lens cover
- Lens hood
- Strap
- Operation manual
- Note: SD Card not included
More Info
Complete compatibility for total versatility.
- 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 phantom power and -20dB pad
- Analog-style gain controls for each input
- Built-in audio mixer
- Stereo link function
- Supplied foam windscreen and low-cut filter for the elimination of low-frequency noise and rumble
- Dedicated Headphone output/Line out
- Built-in speaker for fast monitoring
- HDMI video output for connection to HDTVs
- 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
- SD card reader function (SD card sold separately)
- Rechargeable Li-ion battery (chargeable via USB or optional AC adapter)
- Battery life of more than 2 hours
- Built-in standard tripod mount
- Includes tripod-to-three-prong converter for compatibility with all action camera mounts
The Total Package Easy to use and full-featured.
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. Plus there’s a USB output that allows the Q8 to be interconnected with your computer so you can use it with your favorite streaming software.
