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Sanyo VPC-FH1A
$500.00
Released October, 2009
The Pros:Captures video in low light very well. 37mm threaded front lens compatible with a wide range of attachments. HD video capture is good quality, looks reasonably sharp.
The Cons:Zoom speed is too fast for some users. No microphone or line input, must use built-in microphone. Auto-focus has difficulties if camera is panning or subject moves.
The Sanyo VPC-FH1A is one of two ultra-affordable camcorders (VPC-FH1A and VPC-HD2000A) released in October 2009. Both of them were touted as the first digital camcorders to support iFrame, a technology that drastically improves the speed of importing, editing, and sharing videos.
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The difference is that the VPC-FH1A sports a horizontal form factor. Otherwise, there are no differences. As for its capabilities, the device is built to record full 1080p high-definition video at 60fps AND take high-quality digital photos at 8MP. Included also is a 600fps slow motion mode; face-chasing technology that automatically reads and corrects focus/lightening for up to 12 different people; and a 10x optical zoom for video. All in all, the Sanyo VPC-FH1A is a high-powered digital camcorder that retails for a highly affordable price, especially considering its extensive capabilities.
Additional Information
Additional information includes support for MPEG-4 (H.264) video, an HDMI output, and compatibility with SD/SDHC cards.
Features
- Ultra-Affordable Digital Camcorder
- Supports iFrame Technology
- Horizontal Form Factor
- Full 1080p HD Video Recording
- Slow Motion Recording
- Face-Chasing Technology
- Three-Dimension Noise Reduction
- Image Stabilization
- Sequential Photo Mode
- Lithium Ion Battery
- HDMI Output (To TV)
Specifications
- Pixels (Stills): 8MP
- Pixels (HD Video): 5.31MP
- Pixels (SD Video): 2.00MP
- Media: SD/SDHC (32GB)
- Format (Photo): JPEG
- Format (Video): MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
- Format (Audio): AAC
- Resolution (Still Max): 4000x3000
- Resolution (Video Max): 1920x1080 @60fps
- Lens: 10x Optical Zoom
- Digital Zoom: 10x max shooting; 62.5x max playback
Interface
- HDMI Out
- S-Video Out
- Composite Out
- USB 2.0
User Reviews (2)
Pros & Cons
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captures video in low light very well
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37mm threaded front lens compatible with a wide range of attachments
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HD video capture is good quality, looks reasonably sharp
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still photos are clear and sharp
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depth of field is relatively narrow, allowing subject to be set apart from background
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zoom speed is too fast for some users
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no microphone or line input, must use built-in microphone
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auto-focus has difficulties if camera is panning or subject moves
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