You are missing something that can really make a pocket camcorder shine.
SOFTWARE
I love flipshare it makes it so I click a few times, and boom FBOOK youtube wherever I want it.
Software can make or break these camera’s, especially when they capturing specs are almost identical.
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As long as the file format is in .avi, you don’t need any software. I have a flip and I still upload all my videos through youtube itself, not any separate app.
This is actually nicer than the flip HD models. This seems to have a HDMI port as opposed to a mini HDMI. That’s a 10 dollar difference in the cable you have to buy.
Converting HD video to non HD can be a cumbersome task. It took me 2-3 hours to put 1 hour of footage on a DVD, so if you think you’ll be making DVDs, perhaps looking for a camcorder that has the option of recording in SD and HD is the choice for you.
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Amazon has 2 other similar Sylvania digital video cameras listed on its site and both those models have BAD BAD reviews
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[QUOTE=MichXelle, post:54, topic:302610]
Foolish move in my opinion. 64mb in the camera and the cards are cheap. Go find one for $50 or even $60 now. /snort
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sure the JVC FM1 is $50 or $60 at Big Lots (clearance)
GREAT camera. does 720p and cropped 1080p
is smaller. has built in battery so nothing to joggle loose when I kick it at 30g’s on lift off (the kidak ZX1’s all turn off at around 25g’s as the battery contacts disconnect momentarily under the G load (AA’s)
there is also always used on craigslist
$40 is good but not "wow out of this world good especially for a completely “unknown”
[QUOTE=ratten46, post:8, topic:302610]
Can someone explain the craze with these new Digital Video Cameras? They’re everywhere, and they seem to be relatively inexpensive…are they worth the money?
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However, this could be a whole new video camera that works really. There is really no way of knowing. Or, you could just be safe and get the more well known Creative Vado for a similar price.
[QUOTE=stevesds, post:62, topic:302610]
NOT good news. PASSS
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Yep. I was just about ready to pull the trigger, but the poor reviews of the Amazon Sylvanias, admittedly a limited number, make it a pass for me. Looks like an HD version of the two on Amazon. I’ll spend a little more and get less of an unknown, thanks.
just what i needed. Christmas shopping done…I hope
I dont trust reviews for items like this, a lot of people who post these reviews don’t know there way around a computer, and get frustarted and blame the device. Looks like a good unit at a pretty decent price to me.
Seems Sylvania tried their hand at a 720p handheld camera more than once before as noted above. The “Sylvania E165911” via QVC: Reviews on THAT model here.
The specs are actually pretty impressive, when compared to other such cameras, especially at this price.
PROS:
HDMI output
4x digital zoom - okay, I admit that digit I zoom is pretty much useless, but still, most such cameras only have 2x zoom
SD card expansion slot - this allows expandability on the fly and it makes a easier to transfer files without having to plug the thing into a USB port. You can also plug an SD card into one of the photo Kiosk to print photos. Camera is SDHC compatible. Neither the Flip nor Vado use SD cards.
Still camera - this Comes in handy even if the quality is bad. I’ve used the photo mode on My zi6 to capture phone numbers on posters when I didn’t have a pen. My mom also used it to Send a photo of a rash to her doctor when she was on Vacation. The Flip and Vado Makes you do Screen Captures of videos if you want photos. Very tedious and requires a computer.
Built-in light to capture photos - Wow, now that’s a feature I haven’t Seen before!
CON:
retractable USB arm - HATE these! They break easily and makes it hard to attach to k desktop and Some laptops unless there is room. A USB extension cord is usually required. The Vado uses a flexible built-in cord, which is a much better idea.
Overall, I’m impressed enough to buy one, even though this is probably some generic Chinese device with the Sylvania name tacked on. The instructions will be a dead giveaway. I’ll compare it to my Flip (hate it!), Vado, Kodak Zi6 and RCA Small Wonder. My guess is that although the specs are impressive, the execution probably sucks, especially the interface.
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just what i needed. Christmas shopping done…I hope
I dont trust reviews for items like this, a lot of people who post these reviews don’t know there way around a computer, and get frustarted and blame the device. Looks like a good unit at a pretty decent price to me.
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You have a point, many reviewers don’t know squat, and in this case the number of reviews is limited. That being said, I’d rather spend a little more on a known quantity than potentially waste this much on what is really a complete unknown. If the manufacturer had a reputation for quality stuff, I’d take the risk on a new model, but here you’re getting a third rate brand and a new model with little feedback out there from the real world. Perhaps not a bad buy, and if they turn out to be good units, great. Not quite compelling enough for me to buy, although tempting. Too much of a total risk for me when I have other things to spend the money on that are more of a sure thing. I see the appeal here, though, and good luck to those taking the leap tonight. You may have a good buy. Good job, Woot, on finally bringing something out that is interesting. Ultimately, to me this is half the price of something I really want, like an Apple TV or something, so can’t quite make myself click the buy button.
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The specs say AVI for video and JPEG for photo.
As far as the video codec, the Sylvania DV-2100 (older model from what I can tell) used MJPEG; can’t say for sure about this one.
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AVI is a big plus for the Windows folks. The biggest mistake Kodak made was to choose MOV as their container format. Not only is it un-editable by any free or cheap Windows software, but you also can’t play it in digital photo frames, DVD players and most MP3 players (unless they’re made by Apple or Kodak). AVI is MUCH more universal.
Not thrilled by MJPEG though because it’s very inefficient.
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AVI is a big plus for the Windows folks. The biggest mistake Kodak made was to choose MOV as their container format. Not only is it un-editable by any free or cheap Windows software, but you also can’t play it in digital photo frames, DVD players and most MP3 players (unless they’re made by Apple or Kodak). AVI is MUCH more universal.
Not thrilled by MJPEG though because it’s very inefficient.
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I really know this pain. My Panasonic DMC-FZ50 does MOV. Luckily I use Premiere Pro so I can handle it. But yes, MOV SUCKS for Windows. I just bought this camera after lately having needed a camera. My Evo 4G isn’t good enough and neither is my camera. Only does 480p and the quality is subpar. Hopefully this camera will do what I need it to. I assume it will.
(the kidak ZX1’s all turn off at around 25g’s as the battery contacts disconnect momentarily under the G load (AA’s)