Sanyo Xacti VPC-TH1 HD 720p Flash Camcorder

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HD video image resolution up to 1280 x 720 and still image resolution up to 1600 x 1200

30x optical, 1500x digital zoom

Face Chaser technology can detect up to 12 faces for photos and videos

High-speed sequential shooting: 13fps

3D DNR noise-reducing function for clearer, more professional-looking video

1/6" CMOS image sensor

High still sensitivity up to 1600 ISO

3-hour 20-min continuous recording with long-life battery

3.0" low-temperature polysilicon TFT color widescreen LCD display

Uses SD?/SDHC? memory cards up to 32GB

Includes rechargeable Li-Ion (DB-L50) battery and charger

Specification	Description
Model	086483073380, VPC-TH1BL, VPCTH1BL
UPC	086483073380
16 x 9 recording	Yes
Audio Recording	Yes
Auto Focus	TTL contrast detection
Auto Focus Points (Zones)	9
Auto power save	Yes
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard	Yes
Battery Type	Product
Benefits	Take HD video with resolutions up to 1280x720 and still images with resolutions up to 1600x1200Large 3" (diagonal) LCD display rotate
Cables Included	USB cable, A/V cable
Camera Flash	Built-in
Camera/Camcorder Color Support	Yes
Capacity	1900
Capacity UOM	mAh
Chemistry	Lithium Ion
Connections	USB (1)A/V connector (1)
Connector Type	USB, A/V
Continuous Burst or Capture Mode	Yes
Continuous Shooting Speed	13fps
Controls / Adjustments	7-level brightness, 285° rotation
Country Of Origin	China
Description Header	Put the power of HD in your palm.
Digital Still Camera Function	Yes
Digital Video Format	MPEG-4
Digital Zoom	50
Display Catalog Number	55032594
Display Features	230000 pixel resolution
Display Languages	Multi-language support
Display Size	3 inches
Effective Sensor Resolution	1100000 Pixels
Enclosure Color	Blue
End Product Indicator	Yes
Expansion Slot(s)	SD/SDHC
Exposure Compensation	±1 EV steps in 1/3 EV steps
Exposure Metering	Spot, Multi-segment, Center-weighted
Exposure Modes	Program, Automatic
Flash Modes	Auto mode, Fill-in mode, Slow synchro, Flash OFF mode
Focal Length	2.5mm~75mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera	43mm~1290 mm
Image Stabilizer	Digital
Image Storage	2M: 1600x1200, 1.1M: 1184x888, 0.9M[16:9]: 1280x720, 0.3M: 640x480
Included in the Box	Sanyo Xacti VPC-TH1 HD 720p Flash CamcorderRechargeable lithium ion battery (DB-L50)Battery chargerUSB cable
Integrated Memory	43
Integrated Memory UOM	MB
Lens Aperture	F/1.8-4.3
Lens Construction	10 elements in 7 groups
Lens System Features	2 aspheric elements, 3 aspheric surfaces, built-in neutral density filter
Lens System Type	Zoom
Light Sensitivity	ISO50~1600
Macro Focus Range	75 cm
Manufacturer Labor Warranty	12
Manufacturer Part Number	VPC-TH1BL
Manufacturer Parts Warranty	12
MAP Price	0.0
Max Operating Temperature	104 Fahrenheit
Max Shutter Speed	1/10000
Megapixel Range	<2MP
Microphone Operation Mode	Stereo
Microphone Technology	Electret condenser
Microphone Type	Built-in
Min Focus Range	2.5 inches
Min Illumination	3 lux
Min Operating Temperature	32 Fahrenheit
Min Shutter Speed	2 Seconds
Model	VPC-TH1
Operating Temperature UOM	° F
Optical Sensor Type	1/6" CMOS
Optical Zoom	30
Power Device	Rechargeable lithium ion battery (DB-L50)
Product Depth	4.1
Product Dimensions UOM	inches
Product Height	2.2
Product Type	Flash memory
Product Weight	8
Product Weight UOM	ounces
Product Width	2.1
Rechargeable	Yes
Red Eye Reduction	Yes
Resolution	1.1 Megapixels
Self Timer	Yes
Shooting Programs	Lamp, Fireworks, Landscape, Beach/snow, Sports mode, Portrait mode, Night portrait
Size	Specialty
Sound Output Mode	Stereo
Special Effects	Sepia, Cosmetic, Black & White
Still Image Format	JPEG
Supported Flash Memory	SD/SDHC
Supported Languages	English
Type	LCD
Video Capture	HD-SHQ: 1280x720 (30 fps/ 9Mbps), TV-HR: 640x480 (60 fps/6Mbps), TV-SHQ: 640x480 (30 fps/3Mbps)
White Balance	Custom , Presets , Automatic
White Balance Presets	Cloudy, Sunlight, Fluorescent, Incandescent
Zoom Adjustment	Motorized drive

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★★★★☆

4.0

It is HD - not bad for under $300

"I also bought this camera without doing much research. I was looking for a camcorder that was HD "quality", uses SDHC memory card and for a price around $300. The Sanyo met all the criteria so I purchased it from Amazon. I also picked up a 16 gb Transcend memory card. Let's go over the PROS first -- . ++ It is really easy to use. Just point and shoot. Just like using a digital camera, except it's a digita..." Read Full Review »

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You Get What You Pay For . . .

"I bought this camcorder for a "cheap" way to enter the HD world of video capturing. I will wait to get a much better camcorder once I figure out how to get around editing AVCHD (and when I buy a new computer that can handle HD video editing with ease). My main use for this camcorder is capturing orchestral performances, editing it, and uploading the video to YouTube in HD quality. I also like taking video tha..." Read Full Review »

Apr 12, 2009 by CoronaLite

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Sanyo Xacti VPC-TH1 HD 720p Flash Camcorder Review

It is HD - not bad for under $300

★★★★☆

4.0

"I also bought this camera without doing much research. I was looking for a camcorder that was HD "quality", uses SDHC memory card and for a price around $300. The Sanyo met all the criteria so I purchased it from Amazon.

I also picked up a 16 gb Transcend memory card.

Let's go over the PROS firs …" Read Full Review »

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★★★★★

5.0

"There are only two things that I have to share that are negative. And...one might be my own fault! :) Oops...

1. I found the cd it came with useless. I thought it would physically show me how to do things...it was simply a copy of the instuction manuel (which does not resonate with my learning st …" Read Full Review »

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Sanyo Xacti VPC-TH1 HD 720p Flash Camcorder Review

Great battery life for an entry HD camcorder

★★★★☆

4.0

"I've had the camera for 1 month so far. This is my first Digital (HD or non-HD) Camcorder. I've used vhs and minidv camcorders before, so I have no comparison to other digital camcorders

-Size: almost pocketable, but small enough to carry around in my messenger bag

-Feel: feels durable. Wish it …" Read Full Review »

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May 19 2009

T. Hwang

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Simply horrible

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1.0

"I had such high hopes for this camcorder. I prefer this orientation of camera over the more common pistol grip many cheaper camcorders seem to be heading towards. But as soon as I powered this camera on, I was ready to return it...

The video quality was horrible. Compared to my $100 Jazz HDV178, …" Read Full Review »

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