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Sanyo Xacti VPC-HD1
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Mostly Unfavorable Reviews
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The Sanyo VPC-HD1 Xacti Digital Media Camera with 10x Optical Zoom is a high-definition compact digital media device that combines the functionality of a digital camera and a digital camcorder. Different than a standard digital camera that shoots short video clips, the VPC-HD1 offers advanced, next-generation video performance and high-quality stills in one small, lightweight camera.
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Professional Critic Reviews
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vnunet.comSanyo’s Xacti VPC-HD1 is so very nearly the perfect camera, but many will be put off by its inconsistent image quality. |
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VideomakerLook for more companies to take a cue from the well-designed Sanyo HD1 Xacti. |
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T3Now admittedly, this is a sexy looker. You could also argue that it’s £300 cheaper than Sony’s HDR-HC1 HD camcorder, but the fact is that its films can’t compare. |
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CNETIf you want the latest in cool toys, the Sanyo Xacti VPC-HD1 certainly has the right gadget quotient. Once you look at the image quality, however, its allure dims quite a bit. |
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Steve's DigicamsFor the family wishing to capture those special moments on video we think you’ll be better served with one of today’s MiniDV camcorders and a good 5MP digital still camera. |
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Trusted ReviewsThe Sanyo VPC-HD1 is very expensive, and has lower photographic quality than a dedicated 5-megapixel still camera, however it is a unique product that offers features that can’t be found elsewhere. Build quality, handling and performance are good, and it is the closest thing yet to a successful hybrid still/video camera. |
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EasyCamcorders.comThe technology is simply not there. As far as we can tell, the VPC-HD1 is little more than a tricked out camcorder with a still camera chip, shoddily produced in a rush to meet market demands. We don’t doubt that many people will fall for this, drooling at the thought of owning an HD camcorder. You, on the other hand, are now equipped with the knowledge to avoid such traps. |
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LAPTOP MagazineThough the tiny Xacti HD1 is a lot of fun to use, the price/performance ratio will satisfy only the most determined early adopter. Tempted gadget hounds might want to think twice and consider the camera’s hidden costs (SD Card, extra RAM, and a more robust editing suite), which could easily add $500 to the price tag. The Xacti HD1’s performance isn’t good enough to justify its base price, much less an inflated final tally. |
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PC MagIts small size is a plus, but the Xacti HD1’s video quality needs a lot of improvement in order to keep up with the competition. |
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