Sanyo VPC-WH1 HD Waterproof Flash Memory Camcorder w/ 30x Optical Zoom (Blue)

Take underwater High Definition video and still photos to a whole new level! The compact Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti WH1 has earned the highest possible IEC 60529 waterproof rating--IPX8--allowing footage to be captured without worrying about the effects of water or snow. The WH1 is capable of underwater depths down to an astounding 10ft for an entire hour and delivers High Definition video, up to 2-megapixel digital photos, with a 30x optical zoom. The combination of waterproof HD video and 30x optical zoom allow the WH1 to go where no camera dare go before. Its compact design makes the WH1 extremely portable and easy to use. Videos, still photos and the various settings and menus can be easily accessed with the user’s thumb. The WH1’s convenient design makes sharing videos and photos via social networking web sites, portable video devices like iPods, TVs and computers, a breeze.

Technical Details :
* Capture HD digital video (720p, 30fps).
* Waterproof up to 3 meters (10 feet).
* 30x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD screen.
* Face Chaser technology (can detect up to 12 faces for photos and videos).
* Capture video and stills to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included).



Sanyo Xacti WH1 Highlights :
- Style Design Made Simple.
- Large, 2.5-inch Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
- Up to 2-megapixel Still Image Quality.
- 30x optical zoom.
- 12 Subject Face Chaser Technology.
- Sophisticated image stabilizer.
- Sequential photo mode shoots up to 13 frames per second.
- Highly advanced MPEG4 AVC/H.264 video compression.
- Easily transfer video and still images to your video capable iPod.
- Record over 5 hours of full motion video.
- Capture still images while you’re shooting video.
- Super-fast start-up.
- Includes a high-capacity Sanyo brand lithium-ion battery.
- Easy playback of recorded video directly on a TV.

PROS:
- 3m Waterproof.
- Good build quality.
- Feature-laden.
- Great battery life.

CONS:
- Noisy results with inaccurate colours.
- Image stabilization is practically non-existent.

Sanyo Xacti HD1010 4MP MPEG4 High Definition 1080i/1080p Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom

The Sanyo HD1010 Xacti digital media camera with 10x optical zoom is a high-definition compact digital media device that combines both the functionality of a digital camera and a digital camcorder. The HD1010 offers advanced, next-generation video performance and high-quality stills in one small, lightweight camera. This powerful little device is designed to record either 1080P (30fps) or 1080i (60fps) high-definition video and 4-megapixel digital still images, all of which are handily stored to a convenient SD or SDHC memory card.

Technical Details :
* Records in HD 1080p or 1080i high-def digital video; takes 4 megapixel still images.
* Playback recordings on a 2.7-inch LCD display.
* Includes 10x optical zoom, plus video and still image stabilization.
* Features sequential shooting (7 FPS), plus face detection technology for video and photos (up to 12 faces).
* Comes with web cam functionality; USB 2.0 and S-Video output; SDHC flash memory compatible, plus 40 MB internal memory.



Sanyo Xacti HD1010 Highlights :
- 1080P (30fps) Incorporating the latest high-definition CMOS sensor, the Sanyo Xacti HD1010 camcorder captures either 1920x1080 (1080P) high-definition video at 30 frames-per-second or 1920x1080 (1080i) high-definition video at 60 fields-per-second.
- 10x optical HD lens : The HD1010’s fast f/1.8 lens is capable of allowing almost four times more light through to assist in lower light venues.
- Large 2.7-inch wide screen display.
- 4-megapixel still photos The Xacti HD1010 enables simultaneous shooting of 4-megapixel still images and HD (1920 x 1080 pixel) movie clips, with a simple press of the shutter button during the shooting of a movie clip.
- Face Detection/Chaser Technology.
- HDMI high-definition output It’s easy to share your high-definition movies on your HD television with the HD1010.
- Convenient SD/SDHC memory card The Sanyo Xacti HD1010 records high-definition and photos directly to a standard SD or SDHC Memory Card.
- Image stabilization.
- Sequential photo shoots up to 7 frames per second.
- Random access.
- Adjustable resolution modes.
- Easy camera to PC connection.
- Robust sound recording.
- Organization and in-camera editing.
- Ergonomic design.
- Super-fast startup.
- Manual controls and Easy HD playback.

PROS:
- Compact, easy to use and very stylish.
- Light weight.
- Intuitive menu system.

CONS:
- Price
- Screen rotation.