The Zoom Q3 is a $249 handheld camcorder with a built-in pair of high-quality stereo condenser mics.
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Zoom Q3
The side of the Zoom Q3 includes options for power input, headphone output/line input, audio-only mode, mic gain, and power.
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Zoom Q3
The camera side of the Zoom Q3 offers a built-in speaker and a fixed focus lens (0.8m to infinity).
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Zoom Q3
The Zoom Q3 records to SDHC memory cards. Up to 32GB of storage can be used, holding 16 hours of video.
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Zoom Q3
Included with the Zoom Q3 are accessories such as a wind screen, an SD memory card, an AV cable, and a carrying case.
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Zoom Q3 user interface
The Zoom Q3's on screen interface shows you what you're recording in real time, and includes indicators for microphone level, battery life, recording duration, audio format, and mic pattern.
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Zoom Q3 PC software
Software included with the Zoom Q3 allows you to edit and upload your recordings to the Web.