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Whistle Stopper - Sanyo Xacti HD1000 4MP MPEG4 High Definition 1080i Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom
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List Price: $799.99
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Manufacturer: SANYO
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Batteries Included: 1
Binding: Electronics
Brand: Sanyo
Color: Black
Display Size: 2.7
EAN: 0086483066832
Feature: Digital media camera combines the functionality of a digital camera with a digital camcorder
Is Autographed: 0
Is Memorabilia: 0
Label: SANYO
Manufacturer: SANYO
Model: VPC-HD1000
Optical Zoom: 10
Publisher: SANYO
Studio: SANYO
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Features
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Digital media camera combines the functionality of a digital camera with a digital camcorder
Simultaneously records high-definition digital video and 4 MP digital still images
10x HD zoom lens; 2.7-inch widescreen LCD
Built-in image stabilization; high-quality digital stereo recording
HDMI high-definition output; compatible with SD/SDHC memory cards
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Customer Rating:
Summary: great little workhorse
Comment: The HD image is excellent, controls are intuitive, starts up fast, and is really portable (though doesn't really fit in your pocket).
An 8G card gets you an hour on the lowest HD setting so I would recommend getting a 16G.
The zoom is great and overall it's a pleasure to use. If you ar ea Mac user iPhoto will start up and import the videos/photos without any configuration. Easy.
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Summary: Love this little thing
Comment: I purchased this to take on a vacation to the Ukraine with me. I really loved having this camcorder with me. It takes great pictures and video so you don't have to carry around a camcorder and a camera. It is very to use and easy to carry around.
I wish it came with a lanyard for the lens cap.
I did not do any low light shooting but I do wish it had the night vision feature.
My Gateway laptop has Vista and I still have not been able to make a DVD from my videos yet so that really stinks. I like the DVD maker software that came with it but if it would have made a DVD it was going to take about 24 hours. I don't know if I need a new DVD maker program or if there is a problem with my laptop. Even when I used Windows to create the DVD is had encoding problems.
The camera is great, just get a good DVD creator software.
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Summary: Excellent portability, pretty good video
Comment: I've been wanting to get a small digital camcorder which used flash-based storage and was capable of HD resolutions. While I'm on my third digital still camera, this was my first camcorder and I'd put myself in the gadget-happy consumer category but by no means a pro or even prosumer.
I read a bunch of reviews and did other research online and ultimately purchased a Canon VIXIA HF100. The HF100 is an oustanding camera in terms of feature set and video quality. But I ended up returning the HF100 after about a week or so. I realized that I'm more of a point-n-shoot type consumer and while the HF100 was a great camera, given it's size (i.e. non-pocketable) I was less likely to actually carry it around and use it often.
So after some more research I bought the Xacti HD1000 and I've been very pleased thus far after a couple weeks. The video quality is very good, albeit not as good as the HF100, but I actually carry the HD1000 around and end up using it far more than I would have w/ the Canon. The HD1000 fits in my pants pocket (albeit a bit bulky) or comfortably in a jacket pocket.
The camera is easy to use generally and has a "simple" mode which makes it virtually idiot-proof. It takes still photos at up to 8MP, the specs say 4MP but you can set it to 8MP in the menus and the actual output files are 3264x2448 resolution. The 10x optical zoom is great though image stablization for video is mediocre (seems to work better for still shots). The F1.8 lens does a very respectible job capturing in low light situations. But optically the camera has a pretty narrow field of view even on the base zoom (1.0x) setting. I'd recommend the wide-angle adapter lens Sanyo sells if you plan to shoot a lot close up, though this makes the camera a bit more bulky.
So overall I'm very happy with the Xacti HD1000. Bottom line... if you want the absolute best video or feature set in the <$1000 class and you don't mind lugging your camera around in a case, check out the Canon and other models. If you want a very good camera, that's easy for the average consumer to use and you can actually fit in a pocket, I highly recommend the HD1000.
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Summary: 5-Star Camera
Comment: For the price and size of this camera, it is PHENOMENAL! Quality is EXCELLENT! But if you're looking at this camera, take a look at the HD1010 (I think it is) coming out in July; it offers slow motion @ 300fps.
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Summary: Sanyo Xacti HD1000 vs CG9 - Bottom Line
Comment: I'll try to add some details to this review later, but I wanted to provide everyone with my evaluation after agonizing over these 2 cameras (and others).
Now remember, I've been a Sony video enthusiast since the mid-80's, but nothing compares to these 2 Sanyo cameras in the consumer video category in my opinion.
The main reason is that you have to be crazy to record anything but MP4 directly to flash memory / media cards today. It's just TOO easy to download and play your video on your computer or Youtube, etc. (as easy as downloading and using photos from your digital camera). This is NOT the case with other video cameras and their recording formats.
I originally purchased the CG9 because it was so small I knew I would carry it everywhere. After some questionable indoor videos with the CG9 I purchased the HD1000 - even though I didn't really need high definition.
Before the pros jump all over me, I will admit that both of these cameras have shortcomings. For example, there's no question that Sanyo's image stabilization can't compare to the optical stabilization of the Sony. And yes, when the HD1000 records at true HD (1920) you need to get a special version of Quicktime (v7.16, H.264 component only) and you need a kick-a__ computer if you want to edit those big files. Get over it. So for most home videos record at 720 HD, or even at 640 the quality from this camera is outstanding.
Also, it should be obvious that the HD1000 ($650) will come with features that are superior to the CG9 ($250), including a better lense, higher resolution, etc.. These differences should be expected when you pay an extra $400.
Here's what you really need to consider when deciding between these 2 cameras (and any other video camera on the market right now):
MP4 file format straight from the camera is a must. If you agree, then read on:
CG9:
The CG9 takes GREAT video, and is DECIDEDLY more "pocketable". I mean this baby will fit in your pocket just like a cell phone, and you'll carry it wherever you go. The HD1000 is still small, but the extra 3/4" thickness and bigger lense makes it surprisingly less "pocketable".
The quality of low light indoor video, as well as image stabilization is questionable.
HD1000:
The HD1000 takes GREATER video, and is MUCH easier to operate and hold steady - that extra size fits in your hand better and the controls are much easier to use without jerking the camera. Don't underestimate this just because you think maybe you have a bigger or smaller hand. I was as surprised as anyone how much easier it was to hold steady.
The HD1000 takes much better video in low light (e.g. birthday party with indoor lighting at night), and the image stabilization is surprisingly better than the CG9.
The bottom line is they're both great - but even though I really hate to give up the small pocket format I'll be returning my CG9 on Monday morning and looking forward to hundreds of instant shoot and play MP4 videos from my HD1000!
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Editorial Reviews:
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The Sanyo Xacti HD1000 camcorder combines a FULL 1080i image quality with 4-Megapixel still images in a single compact design. Incorporating the latest high-definition CMOS sensor, the Sanyo Xacti HD1000 camcorder captures full 1920x1080 (1080i) high-definition video at 60 frames-per-second. Designed to record the rich and vibrant colors of real life, the HD1000 also captures subtle tones to provide a natural-looking result. Sanyo's noise reduction technology helps obtain the cleanest signal while the CMOS sensor provides the responsiveness you need to capture fast moving objects. Record in MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 to get exceptional video clarity and detail while maintaining the smallest file size possible. A 10x all-glass HD lens is capable allowing light through almost 4x more to assist in lower light situations. The lens provides a fantastic field-of-view with a 38-380 mm range (35 mm equivalent). A large 2.7" Widescreen LCD display flips out and rotates up to 285 degrees on an axis to take great video or stills from angles that are otherwise difficult to position, in large crowds or small rooms. It's easy to share your high-definition movies on your HD television with the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) terminal built into the base station to connect your camcorder to your TV. The Xacti HD1000 records high-definition and photos directly to a standard SD or SDHC Memory Card for a total of up to 1 hour and 25 minutes of 1080i high-definition video on an optional 8GB card. With simple drag-and-drop operation, it's easy to save recorded video clips and still images onto a computer's hard disk for emailing, editing or archiving. Adjustable Resolution Modes Organization & In-Camera Editing Robust Sound Recording Easy Camera To PC Connection Superfast Startup Manual Controls
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