This summer Zoom is releasing the Zoom Q3 video recorder. The Q3 is similar to the H2 with the addition of video. I was pretty excited to hear about the Q3 because I really love my Zoom H2.

The Zoom Q3 uses the same capsules as the H4n so I am sure the audio recording quality will be great. This is going to be a great tool for bands to record shows and rehearsals. I think it’s a pretty good tool for YouTubers as well.

I have a feeling Zoom is targeting more than musicians with this product and is trying to capture a bit of the Flip Video consumer. To that end I’m a little disappointed that there isn’t a wide screen or HD capability on the Zoom Q3. I just assume any new video product can shoot widescreen.

I’d like to get my hands on one of these to give it a proper test.