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Sanyo Xacti VPC-C40 4MP MPEG4 Digital Camcorder with 5.8x Optical Zoom Description
At the heart of the C40 is a 4.23-megapixel CCD that records MPEG-4 digital video at 30 frames per second. The lens offers a 5.8x optical zoom and a 12x digital zoom, and to keep those shots steady, the unit features an image stabilization system. The C40's 1.8-inch LCD display flips out from the camera and rotates up to 285-degrees on an axis for taking great video or still images from otherwise difficult-to-view positions. And when not in use, the screen tucks securely back into the side of the camera for a pocket-sized portability and convenience.
As with all of Sanyo's previous digital media cameras, the C40 can record still images in addition to video. While conventional digital camcorders can often snap stills, they are usually low quality. And while conventional digital cameras can record short video, they are frequently grainy with a slow response speed. The Xacti C40 can do it all, recording both still images and digital video on the same unit. You can even snap a still image while recording digital video with the simple press of the shutter button. When recording video you'll get an hour of footage on a one gigabyte SD card (sold separately). And because audio is important, too, the C40's wind noise reduction system helps cut out unwanted microphone noise while the unit records audio in high-quality AAC-format.
The C40 lets you choose from several automatic exposure modes including auto, sports, portrait, landscape, night view, fireworks, lamp. Meanwhile, a built-in three-mode flash makes getting still images in low light situations easy, while 15 adjustable manual focus settings let you get creative with your compositions. There's also a super macro shooting mode that lets you focus down to a distance of one centimeter.
With convenient, menu-based settings, the C40 has been designed from the ground up for ease of use. There's even a talking navigation guide for first-time users. And when you're ready to connect the camera to your computer, you can use its high-speed USB 2.0 connection to quickly transfer footage from the camera's SD memory card. Software is included for video editing and there's also an S-video output for viewing footage directly on your TV. Printing stills from the memory card is a breeze, too, as the camera is PictBridge compatible, meaning you can print directly to a photo printer that supports the PictBridge standard.
COMPACT
The Xacti C40’s compact design (69 x 108 x 34 mm) and lightweight 152 g body open up a range of shooting possibilities. Ergonomically designed for a comfortable grip, this portable digital movie camera can be used easily with one hand, without putting strain on your wrist. The stylish vertical design also makes it easier to keep your arm steady during use.
MOVIES
The Xacti C40 records natural-looking MPEG-4 video images at 640 x 480 pixels and 30 fps. It offers video recording for up to 120 minutes (approx.)*1. Even on a large-screen TV, images come out clear and natural — image quality is so good, you can create your own original DVDs. The Xacti C40 also features the world’s first*2 60 fps playback function for smoother TV playback of movies recorded at 30 fps.
STILLS
Along with its 4.0-megapixel CCD, the Xacti C40 boasts a high-speed engine to ensure low noise in dark areas as well as improved color reproduction. Enjoy vivid and clear high-resolution images, not just on small-sized paper, but also on A4-sized paper.
CONNECT
The Xacti C40 can easily be connected to a TV, VCR, PC or DVD Recorder
WATCH: Connect to TV
PRODUCE: Connect directly to a VCR or DVD recorder
RECORD: Transfer recorded images to your PC, VCR or
DVD recorder
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