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Zoom Q3 Handy Video Recorder (Metal Blue) | 
| Brand: Zoom
Category: Photography
List Price: $249.00
Buy New: $178.99
as of 9/10/2010 18:09 PDT details
You Save: $70.01 (28%)
New (26) Used (2) Refurbished (1) from $177.99
Seller: Capritron
Rating:  33 reviews
Sales Rank: 457
Color: Metal Blue
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 3.3 x 3.9 x 6.7
The Q3 uses the same microphone capsules as our industry-leading H4n Handy Recorder and is perfect for recording anything where great audio and video are a must. From live musical performances and rehearsals, interviews, conferences to video podcasts, journalism, education, recitals, weddings or sports, the Q3�s pristine audio quality takes your videos to another level.
MPN: Q3
Model: Q3
UPC: 884354008659
EAN: 0884354008659
ASIN: B002J95GVI
Release Date: October 9, 2009
Shipping: Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Built-in stereo condenser microphones with X/Y configuration for true stereo imaging | | • | Get up to 1 hour of video with bundled 2GB SD card | | • | Accepts up to a 32GB SDHC card for 16 hours of video | | • | Video resolution of 640 x 480 at 30 frames/sec (MPEG-4 SP) | | • | Includes on-board editing software, YouTube uploader software, Apple Quicktime, TV cable, softcase, windscreen, 2GB SD card, two AA Batteries |
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Product Description
The Zoom Q3 Handy Video Recorder brings renowned audio technology to the camcorder, making it the best sounding video camcorder you've ever heard. Anyone who's ever experienced a film with great audio knows how vital sound is to the movie. Brilliant Stereo Recording now on your Videos The Q3 uses the same microphone capsules as our industry-leading H4n Handy Recorder and is perfect for recording anything where great audio and video are a must. From live musical performances and rehearsals, interviews, conferences to video podcasts, journalism, education, recitals, weddings or sports, the Q3's pristine audio quality takes your videos to another level. Designed with everything you need to make your movies right out of the box, the Zoom Q3 includes HandyShare software for editing, and a 2GB SD card for up to 1 hour of video recording time. And the Q3 will also accept up to 32GB SDHC cards for a staggering 16 hours of moviemaking! Zoom Q3 Handy Video Audio Recorder Features Built-in stereo condenser microphones with X/Y configuration for true stereo imaging Get up to 1 hour of video with bundled 2GB SD card Accepts up to a 32GB SDHC card for 16 hours of recording time Large 2.4 inch LCD display with a resolution of 320 x 240 Video resolution of 640 x 480 at 30 frames/sec Video Format: MPEG-4 SP NTSC / PAL TV output Optics Lens Type: Fixed Focus (0.8m to infinity) Audio formats with video include 44.1/48kHz 16/24-bit Linear PCM WAV or MP3 up to 320kbps Audio only formats include 96kHz 16/24-bit Linear PCM WAV Auto Record Level automatically adjusts audio levels during recordings Uses two standard AA batteries or NiMH rechargeable batteries USB 2.0 with built-in cable <
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 33
 Good Audio Poor Battery Life August 22, 2010
Reynard Hilman (Goshen, IN USA)
Pros:
I'm satisfied with the audio quality (just for recording my practice). Video quality is not so good but it's more than enough for me.
The battery is regular AA, so you can easily get backup batteries at almost any store.
Cons:
Like some users mentioned, it drains battery very quick. I think at best I can only record 1 hour worth of stuff before the batteries completely die.
 Works Great for recording Opera Singing Lessions July 22, 2010
J. Mel Harris
We tried many ways of recording Opera singing lessons for students. The Zoom Q3 is by far the easiest solution the problem. The video quality is good and it handles the large voices very well. Make sure you update the software from the Zoom site.
Does a simple job well. June 30, 2010
Reader/Viewer (Ireland)
I'm very impressed with this device. It's very easy to use and the quality of the sound is really good. The only downside is that you can't connect an external microphone.
Not Enough Leeway To Set Audio Levels June 21, 2010
L. Gildart (Somerville, MA USA)
This thing has three gain settings: auto (which pumps during a dynamic music performance), low (which is way too low to capture music in a club at a level that's acceptable for a youtube video), and high, which will clip. The audio recorded in a small club on low gain, is nice and clear, and I didn't think it was too bright (although my test was a jug band with lots of upright bass), but it's so low I had to turn up my iMac's external speakers all the way to hear the spoken parts of the performance.
I would love to see Samson add two more pad settings to this thing. It's still better than my camcorder (which is stereo but distorts at shows). Until then, I'll have to boost the audio in a video editing program, but that kind of makes the thing start to seem like a hassle. Maybe with practice, I'll get better results, but this isn't supposed to be rocket surgery.
I've compared the Zoom head to head with a Flip Ultra HD (which has a stereo mic), and, as between the two, the Zoom's sound is clearly superior. The Flip Ultra HD was leagues better than both my iPhone and my old Aiptek camcorder, but it still clipped slightly and was missing some low end. The video was better on the Flip, though with the Zoom's updated firmware, the low light video was not that much different. This makes the Zoom my go to camera for music venues, absolutely.
I would like to see a firmware upgrade that allows users to manually set levels - or at least a couple more pad settings. I would add at least a star for more recording level flexibility. But, overall, it really is a better choice than the other consumer handheld point and shoot mini camcorders out there.
The software is great. You need a card reader (at least on a Mac) to install it to new SD cards, because the new card has to be in the Zoom for the software to unzip to it from the old card, but it's super helpful in doing quick edits from whole shows.
 The Zoom Q3 is a Must for Musicians June 15, 2010
S. Jones (Venice, CA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This recording device is wonderful. You get great, clean sounds right out of the box. Even the most casual approach to recording makes my drums sound like they've been professionally mic'd.
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