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Zoom Q3 Handy Digital Camcorder Video Recorder Bundle
Zoom Q3 Handy Digital Camcorder Video Recorder Bundle
- Built-in stereo condenser microphones with X/Y configuration for true stereo imaging
- Get an Extra 4 hours of video with Sonic Sense’s EXTRA 8GB SD card in addition to the 1 hour, 2GB Card
- Protect Your Investment with the Padded TourTek Carrying Case
- Video resolution of 640 x 480 at 30 frames/sec (MPEG-4 SP).
- Bonus Tripod and 6 Foot 1/8″ Stereo Mini to RCA audio cable for home listening
- Includes on-board editing software, YouTube uploader software, Apple Quicktime, TV cable, softcase, windscreen, 8GB & 2GB SD card
Sonic Sense provides the Zoom Q3 portable video recording system with the added benefits of a large Transcend 8GB Class 6 SD card to enable recording of long events, up to 4 continuous hours. The TourTek Padded Case keeps your recorder safe for travel. The bonus stand makes it easy to place the Zoom Q3 just about anywhere and aim it easily for hands-free operation. The Sonic Sense 1/8″ to RCA cable allow you to easily listen to the content on your home stereo. The Q3 Handy Video Recorder brings
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about 1 year ago
Review by Steven Harris for Zoom Q3 Handy Digital Camcorder Video Recorder Bundle
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I did quite a bit of on-line research before purchasing this item. I am very pleased with the performance and usability of this product. Many reviews complain about the video resolution. Yes, it is low but very adequate for my purposes. Perhaps some day a higher res version will come out but expect the price the jump it bit.
Another complaint I heard about was about poor performance in low-light situations. I did not find this to be the case. As long as the 1.02 software update is loaded then it’s very adequate as far as I’m concerned.
Naturally the sound is outstanding and I don’t remember reading any reviews complaining about sound quality.
I’ve already used it to record some of my musician friends in performance and they have all been very pleased.
As the company states it’s a lot of audio with a bit of video. If you are musician looking for a simple to use video camera with great sound to capture your gigs then I would highly recommend the Zoom Q3.
about 1 year ago
Review by Polishbill for Zoom Q3 Handy Digital Camcorder Video Recorder Bundle
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This does just what it says it will – provides easy video and good sound recording for catching live performance and recording rehearsals and jam sessions. Any musician will find it useful. Sound quality great, video OK. The distributor has yet to deliver the promised case for the product, and that has been over 30 days now so the hassle will be trying to get them to deliver on the promised package.
about 1 year ago
Review by TDamme for Zoom Q3 Handy Digital Camcorder Video Recorder Bundle
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The Q3 captures excellent audio while giving the bonus of a video track. I’m using it primarily for my drum students, but have used it for a couple other tasks and it has worked quite well. The video is recorded as a Quicktime movie and is compatible with iMovie on my mac for editing. Very simple and easy to use.
Negatives: The video doesn’t look great in low-light situations, but that’s to be expected with most cameras. Also, the batteries die pretty quick-so buy the AD14 power supply.
about 1 year ago
Review by Birchleaf Designs for Zoom Q3 Handy Digital Camcorder Video Recorder Bundle
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Love the Q3 zoom in all ways except two…it doesn’t seem to be loud enough during playback (maybe there is a different setting to correct this?) and it erases all videos off the zoom after loading them on the computer (is there a way to save or delete the ones you wanna keep?).
about 1 year ago
Review by Barry Goldstein for Zoom Q3 Handy Digital Camcorder Video Recorder Bundle
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Finally a high quality digital recorder with the ease of the old casette recorders + video too! After spending the last three years researching digital recorders, buying and returning three of them, I found one that’s so simple I can pick it up after a month and still know how it works. The sound quality is great, but know that the video quality is only fair compared to what’s available. I am a musician interested primarily in sound. The video is a bonus.