Kodak today announced an exciting new addition to its popular line of Digital Video Cameras – the Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera ($180), featuring a sleek design, high-quality full 1080p High Definition video capture, and built-in electronic image stabilization.

The slim and stylish KODAK Zi8 Pocket Video Camera is designed to meet these needs at the touch of a button — no lens cap, dials to turn or settings to adjust. The new camera’s range of advanced features includes:

• Full HD 1080p video capture wherever you go;
• Built-in electronic image stabilization for sharper videos and reduced blurring;
• Vivid 2.5″ color LCD;
• Flexible swing-out USB arm for fast uploading, sharing, and charging;
• 5 MP 16:9 widescreen HD still pictures;
• Easy upload to Facebook and YouTube;
• Compatible with PC and Mac operating systems;
• Record up to 10 hours of HD video* with the expandable SD/SDHC card slot that can hold up to 32 GB;
• Capture family and friends in their best light with smart face tracking technology;
• See more details and accurate colors in low light;
• External microphone jack;
• In-box HDMI cable;
• Record from a distance or playback on your TV conveniently with optional KODAK Pocket Video remote control;
• Grab attention and define your style with the ultra compact design, stunning looks, and a range of colors.

Introducing the revolutionary KODAK eyeCamera 4.1! This is the kind of breakthrough idea that makes us wonder why we didn’t come up with it sooner.

Here is the full scoop on this feature-rich, eye popper…

“What you see is what you get” Viewfinder – Now you can take that photo at the exact moment you see that special scene. Don’t try this while driving as objects may be closer than they appear.

Facial Recall Assistant – We have all been there…you are at a party, “I know her. Oh, geesh, she is coming this way…Hello, er, um…” How embarassing. Well, worry no more. This handy feature connects to a customizable “BFF file” connected to your Facebook page. Go to parties and reunions with confidence! Hello Marci, long time no see! Like my stylin’ new specs?

Image Stabilizer – After a glass of wine or two, this feature will ensure that all of your photos are razor sharp, maybe even sharper than you remember. Our patented “I love you man Gyro Adjuster” was tested at numerous focus groups and it worked perfectly…I think.

Kodak has reached out to me to test their soon-to-be-released Kodak Zi6 pocket video camera that captures HD quality video (720p at 60 fps with 16:9 aspect ratio). Not sure when it’ll be here, but I can’t wait to get my hands on it and give it a whirl.

In the meantime, watch the YouTube video above to learn more about the features on the Kodak Zi6.