Zoom Q4N Handy Video Recorder

Full Description

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Whether you're recording YouTube videos, podcasts or live performances, you can rely on the Q4N to capture bright, clear video with exceptional audio. The Q4N offers features that make it simple to operate, including one-button recording, automatic microphone gain adjustment and a rotating full-colour touchscreen LCD. The USB port allows you to connect it to any computer or iPad, meaning the Q4N can be used as a web camera or USB microphone. You can also stream live, transfer recordings and recharge your battery.

From sunlight to low-light

Equipped with ten ''Scene'' presets, the Zoom Q4N ensures excellent recordings in a range of environments, even low-light venues such as nightclubs. These presets include ''Concert Lighting'' where adjustments are made for lighting conditions that can drastically change, and ''Concert-Low Light''. There are also specific Scene settings tailored for shooting at jazz clubs and rehearsal studios, as well as outdoors even at sunset and at night.

The Q4N shoots in a variety of HD and WVGA formats, from high-resolution 2.3K video (2304 x 1296 pixel/30fps/24Mbps 3M HD) down to compact 30fps/5Mbps WVGA files. This handy video recorder also comes complete with a greatly improved aperture, a 160° wide-angle lens and five steps of digital zoom.

Unrivalled audio recording

Zoom has a long-standing reputation for products with outstanding audio capabilities, and the Q4N is certainly no exception. It supports high-resolution 24-bit/96kHz stereo sound and the built-in microphones can handle up to 140dB SPL, which helps guarantee distortion-free recording in even the loudest environments.

When configured to A/B recording, the Q4N captures vivid stereo audio that provides a realistic sense of space and ambience, well-suited for capturing the reverb of a concert hall. X/Y stereo recording captures the natural depth and width, while still delivering a strong centre image, ideal for recording musical performances and video blogs.

Features

• High-quality 160° wide-angle lens (F2.0/16.6mm)
• 10 ''Scene'' options for use in different lighting environments, plus five steps of digital zoom
• Records directly to SDXC cards up to 128GB for extended recording times
• Easy one-button recording
• Full-colour rotating touchscreen LCD
• Support for five HD video modes, up to 2304 x 1296 pixels (3M HD), as well as two WVGA modes
• Video bitrates up to 24 Mbps for extended image quality and frame rates of up to 60 fps (at 720p) for capturing fast-action video
• Self-timer function to delay video recording by 3, 5 or 10 seconds
• HDMI video output for connection to HDTVs, selectable between NTSC and PAL
• Records video and audio in MOV format
• Built-in stereo microphones can be configured for A/B or X/Y, capable of handling sound levels up to 140dB SPL
• Analog-style level control with onscreen level metering and 2-colour status LCD on lens
• 3 Auto Gain presets for automatic control over audio input level
• Stereo input for use with external devices plus support for plug-in power
• Headphone/line-level output and built-in speaker for fast audio monitoring
• Supplied windscreen and low-cut filter for the elimination of low-frequency noise and rumble
• USB interface for live streaming and data transfer
• Compatible with USTREAM Producer, Flash Live Media Encoder, Skype, and other popular streaming applications
• Webcam and USB mic function (with low-latency direct monitoring) when used with computers and iPads (Apple Camera Connection Kit required - sold separately)
• Includes rechargeable Li-ion battery (chargeable via USB or optional AC adapter) with battery life of more than 3 hours
• Built-in standard tripod mount and included tripod-to-3-prong adapter for compatibility with all action camera mounts

Specifications

• Recording Media: SD/SDHC/SDXC Cards (Class 10 or Higher, up to 128GB)
• Image Sensor: 1/3'' 3-Megapixel CMOS Sensor
• Lens: Fixed Focus (36cm - ∞), F2.0
  • Focal Distance: 16.6mm (35mm Equivalent), 160° FOV
• Video Format: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (MOV)
• Video Resolution:
  • 3M HD (2304x1296) / 30 fps / 24 Mbps
  • HD1080p / 30 fps / 24 Mbps
  • HD1080p / 30 fps / 16 Mbps
  • HD720p / 60 fps / 15 Mbps
  • HD720p / 30 fps / 8 Mbps
  • WVGA 60 fps / 8 Mbps
  • WVGA 30 fps / 5 Mbps
• Audio Formats:
  • WAV (16-/24-bit Quantization, 44.1/48/96 kHz Sampling Frequency)
  • AAC (64-320 kbps bit rate, 48 kHz Sampling Frequency)
• Audio Functions: Lo-Cut Filter, Auto Gain
• Image Functions:
  • Digital Zoom (x0.75/x0.85/x1.00/x1.30/x1.50)
  • Scene Selection (Auto, Concert Lighting, Night, Concert-Low Light, Dance Club, Jazz Club, Concert Hall, Rehearsal-Studio, Garage, Outdoor, Sunset)
• Self-Timer: Off, 3sec, 5sec, 10sec
• Display: 2'' Full-Colour Touchscreen LCD

Mic Input

• Type: 120° A/B and 120° X/Y Stereo
• Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 140dB SPL
• Input Gain: -30 to +44 dB

External Input

• Input Connector: Stereo Mini Jack
• Input Gain: -∞ to +26 dB
• Input Impedance: 2k? or More

Outputs

• Output Connector: Combined Line/Headphone Stereo Mini Jack
• HDMI Connector: Micro Type D
• Built-In Speaker: 400mW 8? Mono Speaker

USB Operation

• As Audio Interface: USB 2.0 Full Speed (16-bit/44.1kHz)
• As Mass Storage: USB 2.0 Full Speed
• As Webcam: WVGA/720p Video (16-bit/48kHz)

General

• Power Supply: Lithium-Ion Battery; DC 4.2V, 1050mAh Capacity
• AC Adapter: Zoom AD-17 (Sold Separately)
• Recharging Times: 3 Hours via USB (2 Hours via optional Zoom AD-17)
• Battery Operation Time: 3 Hours + (When Recording 720p/30 fps Video with LCD Closed)
• External Dimensions: 119mm x 51mm x 62mm (Mic Stored)
• Weight: 178.6g (Including Battery)
• Included Accessories:
  • Operation Manual
  • Lithium-Ion Battery (1050mAh BT-02)
  • 3-Prong Action Camera Mount Adapter
  • USB to Mini-USB Cable
  • Sponge Windscreen
  • Lens Cover
  • Lens Hood
  • Strap