Daily gear deals – $50 camera backpack kit, $80 HD camcorder and more

Here are the hottest gear deals for today, Saturday September 4, 2010. Remember, these deals are often valid for just one day, so act fast before they are gone.

Today’s first deal is for the Kata DR-466 digital SLR backpack + travel monopod. The backpack alone normally sells for $70, but the combination is currently on sale from Adorama for $49.99 with free shipping. Click here for this deal.

Next up is a great bargain on the Kodak Zi8 HD camcorder. This camera shoots in HD video, and is one of the few on the market with a microphone input, making it perfect for shots one step above “amateur”. On sale (refurbished) for $79.99 at Newegg.com.

Today’s third deal is for a Philips portable speaker. Runs off AAA batteries and features a built in amplifier. On sale for $16.53. Click here for this deal.

And finally in today’s lineup is another basic SwissGear laptop backpack. Fits machines up to 15.4″ and has room for file folders and other smaller items. On sale for $29.99. Click here for this deal.