Sanyo Xacti HD1A 5.1MP MPEG4 High-Definition Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom

Sanyo : VPC-HD1A

Main Features

Digital media camera combines the functionality of a digital camera with a digital camcorder
Simultaneously records high-definition digital video and 5.1-megapixel digital still images
Clear, 2.2-inch LCD monitor
Highly-efficient 10x optical zoom lens and 10x digital zoom
Built-in image stabilization; high-quality digital stereo recording

Product Description

Use the Sanyo VPC-HD1A Xacti Digital Movie Recorder to capture those precious moments and perfect events — te ones you'll never want to forget. Record your own 720p MPEG-4 movies, with full 60fps fluid motion VGA-Size recording — the best digital video you can get. With its Digital Image Stabilizer, you'll get shake-free video. You'll even record better audio with the Sanyo's built-in digital stereo recording. Choose from multiple Sequential Shooting modes, up to 10 photos at 5fps. Store all your digital video and photos to an SDHC memory card. The pop-up flash ensures a detailed, beautiful picture in low light or nighttime conditions. Digital Image Stabilizer (video only, not for stills) Exposure controls - Program AE, Shutter priority, Aperture priority, Manual Sequential Shooting 6 photos at 5 fps ([5M] mode), 10 photos at 5 fps ([1.2M] mode) Scene Select Modes - Auto, Sports, Portrait, Night View, Landscape, Fireworks, Lamp, Cosmetic, Monochrome, Sepia 2/10 sec. self-timer Full auto TTL white balance Audio microphone Records to SD memory card, up to 4GB Interface AV output - component video/composite video/S-Video, NTSC/PAL, stereo audio USB 2.0 in high-speed mode Built-in monaural speakers (L/R mixed output) Interfaces with docking station or connecting adaptor Multi-Language Display supports 11 languages - Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Russian, Korean, Traditional and Simplified Chinese Power Source - Lithium-ion battery (DB-L40, included - 1200 mA), AC adaptor (VAR-G8, included) Battery life with stills - CIPA standard 170 images Battery life - video - 75 min. Battery life - playback - 220 min. Unit Dimensions(WxHxD) - 80 x 119 x 36 mm (excluding protrusions) Weight - Approx. 235 g (including battery and SD card)

Product Details

Title: Sanyo Xacti HD1A 5.1MP MPEG4 High-Definition Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom
Sales Rank: 4328 in Electronics
Manufacturer: Sanyo, Model: VPC-HD1A
Focal Length: 6.3 - 63 millimeters
Zoom: x10 (optical)
LCD Display Size: 2.2 inches
Item Dimensions: 1.4 x 4.7 inches, 3.3 pounds
Package Dimensions: 8.4 x 7.1 x 5.4 inches, 3.2 pounds

Customer Reviews

Sanyo Xacti HD1 - POJ: I bought this camera one year ago just prior to one of my mountain climbing expeditions. I liked it for the lightweight and the HD performance. I bouth it from a shop in San Francisco and paid over $900.
I think this was the worst product I have ever purchased.
The camera did not make me any movie in the mountains (in… More reviews

Worth every penny: I did quite a bit of research on the Sanyo Xacti and other waterproof digital video cameras. The choice was between the Sanyo, Olympus or the Pentax Optio.
I chose the Sanyo for its style, design and ease of operation.
I took the camera to Miami Beach and had a blast with it. I was not let… More reviews

Sanyo Xacti HD2: This is a high quality camera that is not real easy to use. The docking station takes some effert to get a good connection, you just have to feel around until it is docked. The real disappointment is the software the camera linked with a touch of the button but after a week of trying I never did get a MP4 file to load into the computer.… More reviews

Shady Deal: The one star is a knock against the seller, Wall Street Photo, not the Sanyo Xacti.
I purchased through Wall Street Photo via Amazon at a good price and several days later the order was cancelled by Wall Street Photo.
Amazon customer service has informed me that Wall Street claims they are out of stock.… More reviews

Better than expected!: After having used DV tape for the past four years (Canon Elura), I wasn't expecting much with this Xacti HD1A but I was pleasantly surprised that many of the negative negative reviews posted here at Amazon weren't as bad as I thought. The fact is, your expectations have to be realistic -- DV tapes are (as David Pogue says) best for quality.… More reviews

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