Latest innovation helps capture HD videos with instant YouTube uploading

Dubai, January 21, 2009:  Kodak the world's foremost imaging innovator today announced the exclusive launch of the most-awaited HD pocket digital video camera at DSF 2009. Kodak Zi6 offers uncomplicated HD video capture (720p at 60 frames per second), along with YouTube upload functionality. This stylish HD video camera makes it fun and simple to shoot and share high-quality videos in moments with 720p HD video capture, a large 2.4-inch LCD screen and easy-to-use software.

Commenting at the launch, Arif Khan Area Manager Kodak (Near East) Inc. said, "Capturing life in motion and sharing them in HD quality has never been simpler. The latest KODAK Zi6 Pocket Video Camera is designed to meet the aspirations of today's generation. The compact size of this gadget makes it possible for consumers to record and share their videos anytime, anywhere."

"You Tube is the world's most popular online video community. The Kodak Zi6 instant connectivity to You Tube feature will enable consumers to quickly and easily upload videos to YouTube directly from the Zi6 Pocket Video Camera using the built in USB and software and share the same with friends and family based anywhere across the world. With the launch of the Zi6 Pocket Video Camera at DSF 2009, consumers now have a high-quality solution from the trusted brand in digital imaging," added Khan

The beauty of the Zi6 is that there are no dials to turn, or settings to set. You can just turn it on and hit record to capture the action and all the juicy details in stunning quality HD video. Kodak Zi6 is compact and handy thus allowing users to take videos anywhere without the hassle of large camcorders. It allows you to upload HD quality videos on sites such as YouTube using inbuilt USB and provided Arcsoft Media Impression software.

With the Zi6 one can also shoot stills and lower quality VGA video. At 30fps video takes up less space but the 60 fps video is smoother and ideal for action sequences. You can record hours of video with 128 MB internal memory and expandable SD/SDHC slots which can hold up to 32 GB of recorded video.

A range of advanced features enables users to:

- Capture video in HD quality on this fun and super simple pocket video camera (720p at 60

- Fps with 16:9 aspect ratio).

- Upload your videos to YouTube quickly and easily using the inbuilt USB and software.

- Record hours of video with the expandable SD/SDHC card slot that can hold up to 32 GB.

- Experience your videos on HDTV in stunning HD quality with included cables.

- Edit videos, add pictures and music, and share your creation anywhere with the included video software CD.

- Watch videos on the vibrant 2.4" LCD screen.

- Catch the highlights with slow motion playback right in the palm of your hand.

So get started on your latest project and make your cinematic debut on HDTV with Kodak Zi6 pocket video camera! Kodak Zi6 is exceptionally priced at AED 999 for DSF 2009 and is available in a choice of Pink and Black color and retailing at all leading hypermarkets and electronic stores across UAE.

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About Eastman Kodak Company:
Kodak is the world's foremost imaging innovator, providing leading products and services to the photographic and graphic communications markets. The company is committed to a digitally oriented growth strategy focused on helping people better use meaningful images and information in their life and work. Consumers use Kodak's system of digital and traditional image capture products and services to capture, print and share their images anytime, anywhere; Businesses effectively communicate with customers worldwide using Kodak solutions for prepress, conventional and digital printing and document imaging; Kodak's imaging technology, innovative products and proprietary patents are being adopted by many other industries and have won worldwide recognition for its contribution in the evolution of imaging and entertainment. 

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