Sanyo has launched two new HD cameras in the form of the Sanyo VPC-HD2000A and the Sanyo VPC-FH1A. Both cameras are actually the world’s first camcorders to offer compatibility with iFrame, a next generation video format designed specifically to allow users to easily import, edit and share high quality videos. Based on industry standard technologies such as H.264 and AAC audio, iFrame produces small file sizes and simplifies the process of working with video recorded with your camera. The Sanyo VPC-HD2000A and the Sanyo VPC-FH1A can record videos at 1080i and 1080p HD formats and 8MP still pictures. The former features a 2.7-inch LCD screen, while the latter has a 3-inch LCD screen. Both digicams provide 10x optical zoom for still shots and 16x optical zoom for video recordings. The Sanyo VPC-HD2000A and the Sanyo VPC-FH1A are priced at $599.99 and $499.99, respectively. [Reuters]
Amazon has started selling a special deal on the Aiptek A-HD 720p 8MP CMOS HD camcorder for only $80. In case you didn’t know, this HD camcorder can record 1280 × 720 resolution video at 30fps (H.264). You can also connect this camcorder to any TV/VCR or DVD player to record videos, pictures and audio. Other features include a 5MP CMOS sensor, a 2X digital zoom with fixed focus, and charges via USB or AC adapter without having to remove the battery. [Amazon]
DXG Technology comes back with its new high definition all-weather camcorder in the form of the DXG-125VR. Made of a sturdy rubber case, this rugged camcorder can withstand bumps and drops, and has the capability to capture both full 1280 x 720 resolution HD video at 30fps as well as 3-megapixel digital still images (interpolated mode). It also sports a 2-inch TFT screen with 480 x 240 resolution, a 128MB of internal memory, a microSDHC card slot, a USB 2.0 interface, an AV jack, an HDMI output and a rechargeable Li-ion battery. The DXG-125VR is now available for purchase for $139.99. More
Here’s another ultra slim pocket camcorder for you to grab, the PenCam HD Trio from Aiptek. The device sports a 1.1-inch OLED screen, a 4GB of internal memory, a voice recorder, a rechargeable battery and the ability to shoot HD video in 720p at 30fps and capture 5-megapixel still images. You can also upload your video to YouTube straight from the camera thanks to its embedded software (windows-only). Unfortunately, there’s no word on pricing and availability yet. More
Creative has announced the availability of the second generation Vado HD pocket camcorder. The gadget comes with new Vado Central for Mac OS X that offers video transferring and direct to iMovie importing of Vado videos. The new Vado Central will be available for download in early September and is compatible with all previous Vado and Vado HD models. The new Vado HDs are available in 4GB and 8GB models, which holds up to 60 minutes of video and up to 120 minutes of video, respectively. The 4GB model is priced at $179.99, while the 8GB model retails for $199.99. [Press Release]
Exemode will release the Yashica DV-535HD low-priced camcorder on September 11th, 2009 in Japan for just 25,000 Yen ($263). The video recorder can record 1080p 30fps HD video and features a 5x optical zoom, a 5MP CMOS sensor, and a 3-inch touch-sensitive LCD screen. Measuring 53mm x 65mm x 114mm and weighing about 288grams, the Yashica DV-535HD also sports SDHC memory cards (up to 32GB) and has an HDMI Type-C connector. [Tech-On!]
