Detail 01
Up to four 24-bit/96kHz audio tracks
Two XLR inputs and the dual built-in microphones can capture four separate tracks simultaneously.
Product detailSKU #1500000370928
ZoomQ8n-4K Ultra High-Definition Handy Video Recorder
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Zoom’s Q8n-4K combines portable video capture with four-track audio recording for musicians, podcasters, journalists, and filmmakers. Two balanced XLR inputs work alongside the built-in stereo condenser microphones, while the 5-inch touchscreen handles framing and recording control. Capture 4K at 30 fps or Full HD at up to 60 fps, then stream over USB when a live workflow calls for it. Optional Zoom mic capsules expand the recording setup.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Capturing performances with separate XLR sources and built-in stereo microphones at the same time.
- Portable interviews, podcasts, or field shoots requiring video and up to four audio tracks.
- USB live streams that need high-quality audio alongside video.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Recording setups requiring more than two XLR mic/line inputs.
- Projects needing video above 4K at 30 fps or Full HD above 60 fps.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Two balanced XLR inputs
They provide two external mic/line input channels.
Detail 03
5-inch touchscreen
Used to frame shots, monitor recording, and control major functions.
Detail 04
Up to 512GB miniSD storage
Supports miniSD card storage up to 512GB.
Detail 05
Four AA batteries
The recorder is battery powered; the stated runtime is up to three hours in 4K and five hours in Full HD.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01External sources are limited to two balanced XLR mic/line inputs.
- 02Additional Zoom mic capsules are optional.
- 03Recording storage uses miniSD cards, with support up to 512GB.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many audio tracks can it record?
Up to four separate 24-bit/96kHz audio tracks simultaneously.
02Can it stream live?
Yes. It supports live streaming via USB.
03What video modes are available?
It records 4K Ultra HD at 30 fps or Full HD at up to 60 fps.
04Can I use Zoom mic capsules?
Yes. It is compatible with Zoom mic capsules, including the SGH-6 and XYH-5.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsConnections & power
- XLR Mic Line Inputs
- 2
3 detailsOther
- Mini Sd Card Storage
- Up to 512GB
- Field of View Settings
- 5
- Resolution
- 4K
