Sanyo Xacti VPC-E2 Digital Camcorder and 8 MP Digital Camera (Blue)
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Sanyo Xacti VPC-E2 Digital Camcorder and 8 MP Digital Camera (Blue)
Customer Review: Does what it promises
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought it for the purpose of taking fun outdoor videos and this camera is meant to do that and do it pretty well. When reviewing this product I read many of the comments compaining of the not so high quality of the images and videos, specifically under poor light environment.
This camera delivers excellent quality, though I haven't tried it in poor light, but I believe it's not about quality as much as it's a waterproof fun camera. If you want a professional camera, go get one.
Functionality:
1) I was surprise by the number of options available in this camera in both video and still picture modes. For basic to intermidiate use, this camera is more than what I needed.
2) Menu and operation is quiet easy, I recommend one goes through the options and refer to the user manual and set the camera defaults to suit his usage before going out to the trip.
3) I bought a 16GB SDHC Class 6 flash memory card and it only require me to plug it in.
4) The higher the quality the bigger the file size. Recording only few minutes of video resulted in a 20MB MP4 file using the 30fps SHQ video recording mode.
I am very happy with this product and would recommend it to anyone who wants to keep memories of some outdoor fun times with the family and friends. Not to mention at the pool or IN the pool times as well :)
I'll reply to comments and questions if required.
Customer Review: This video camera kicks some butt!
Summary: 5 Stars
I absolutely love my Sanyo Xacti E1 (newest version is the E2). It is small (easily fits in my pocket), lightweight (about 8 oz w/ battery and memory card). The editing softwear that comes with it is easy to use and the overall quality of the video is amazing. Granted the YouTube versions of you video will look like most of the other ones on there (somewhat blury and grainy). On the other hand if you burn your video to DVD, it is amazingly sharp. I've found the audio/mic to be pretty good. There is no way to add an additional wireless mic. It stores video to an SD card. With my 4GB card I can get over 2 hours of video that is recorded at the highest possible quality. I paid about $350 for mine but now they are as low at $219. on-line.
To see some hiking/backpacking type videos shot w/ the camera, go to [...](my website) and go to the video page link. I've got ones on the following there: Glacier National Park, Mt. Hood, Lake Superior Provincial Park (in winter) and Killarney Provincial Park. The "Killarney" video has an underwater shot in it.
If there was anything I would change about the camera it would be to add a night vision mode which it currently does not have.
It is really nice to know that if I want to film in the rain or jump off a cliff into the water while filming (which I've actually done), I don't have to worry about the camera. It is awesome.
Customer Review: Great little "outdoor" camera
Summary: 5 Stars
After disasters with leaky gaskets on other underwater camera enclosures, it is a pleasure to have the seals built in to the VPC-E2. Its novel shape makes it easy to handle while snorkeling and the standard land-based shots are fine.
Although its rated waterproof to only about 5 feet, I'm surprised that it is the only Xacti with waterproofing, because that sort of durability makes it great to carry around where it might get rained on or splashed. The underwater picture quality is very good. I've taken to chasing fish (visually) with the camcorder running, then, back home, I'll save and print the best frames from the session.
A few concerns: I haven't been able to find any useful information about replacing the waterproof seals. The manual says it should be done annually, but I don't know how much it might cost and whether or not it has to be sent to Sanyo. The design minimizes external buttons, but that tends to make changing settings require many trips to the menu (for example, turning the flash on and off). You can't really do that while you're floating around in the ocean.
It's an unique camera. A very good choice for outdoors people and entirely capable for day-to-day work. The video/still combo is a great idea. Whether or not you like it probably depends somewhat on your lifestyle.
Customer Review: Best Buy Ive Made In A Long Time!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this to go on a cruise and man was it a great idea. I take this thing everywhere. Its so small you dont even notice it in you pocket. You can pull it out and in 5sec you are ready to shot. My friend dont like hanging out with me now because I always have the cam out reminding they how dumb they look. I take it snowboarding all the time it works great. Some people complained about the bottons being hard to push but can even do it with my gloves on. Underwater quality is cool haven't gone under 2ft yet just stay close to surface but it will stay submerged with no probs I bring it kayaking all the time and it will sit in some water at the bottom of my bag and be fine. It is very durable it come with a case thats not bulky at all works well. I take it hiking and it take great pics even while you recording,its in my bag every day. So there has to be one down side, The low light quality isn't very good but I knew that when I bought it. I use this for all kinds of outdoor event and thats what it is for. Posting video or pics are a brezzzze. Ive owned this cam for six mounths and have used it tons and its still working great. Battery life is about an hour of but if bought tow more at only $12 bucks apiece online. The 8 gb sd card give you tons of memory til you dump it on you PC. Hope this review help you out peace.Customer Review: Great Camera
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this camera a few weeks before our family took a cruise to the Bahamas. The camera is small and light enough that I had it with me all the time; I got a lot of great video on the trip that I might have missed with a larger or heavier camera. I haven't taken the camera underwater, but using it on small boats and around the pool made me happy that it is waterproof- you don't have to worry about it getting wet. The first thing I did when I got the camera was add a cloth lanyard so that I could wear it around my neck (the bottom of the camera has sort of a "loop" for this). There is also a threaded socket to allow mounting on a tripod. The included cover is sort of a padded nylon "bikini" that velcros around the body of the camera. It did a good job of protecting the camera from bumps and scrapes and can be kept on the camera while it is hanging from the lanyard. The video I have shot is of good quality and the 8 megapixel stills are as good as my other "point and shoot" cameras. The camera comes with Adobe Premiere Elements 4 software in the box to allow you to make your own DVD movies. The ease of use and design of the camera are great- you can use it with either hand. I got a lot of questions and compliments on the camera from other people; the "cool factor" of the camera is very high.