Aiptek A-HD 720P 5MP CMOS High Definition Camcorder
- 1280 x 720 H.264 Video @ 30fps
- Connect to TV/VCR/DVD player to record video, pictures and audio
- Charge with USB or AC Adapter without removing battery
- 5MP CMOS sensor with still images up to 8MP
- 2x digital zoom with fixed focus
Rating: 5 of 5
Really great value, don't be afraid 2 buy.
I used this inexpensive hd video camera 4 in-cockpit video 4 a race car. It did a really great job.
Rating: 2 of 5
Great... 4 people that can use hd
I bought this camera about a year ago with the intent of making home videos. Actually I had done some research on camcorders, & since I didn't want 2 spend a boat-load of cash, I decided on the flip video camcorder. So I went 2 Best Buy 2 purchase one, but when I got there, the employee insisted that I get the aiptek a-hd camcorder. I was pumped, I had a new camera, & I was going 2 go shoot some footage. I captured the stuff I wanted, & plugged in the camera, after several moments the software included popped up , as soon as I opened the software, my monitor became pixelated & unable 2 read. After several attempts I realized that I had been sold a Hi-def camcorder, & I am not in possession of a hi-def computer monitor. So now here I am 10 months later with a camcorder that I can't use. Buyer Beware, only buy if you think your computer can handle it
Rating: 4 of 5
Great buy
The headline pretty much says it all. I originally bought the camera, along with a 4 GB memory card, 4 $160. It turns out it was well-spent cash.
For non-professional & personal use, the camera does pretty much everything you could ask for. It shoots quality video in three different size versions. All files are digitally recorded on the memory card & there is no tape.
The "Web" mode shoots video designed 4 upload 2 YouTube & is a smaller format, allowing you 2 easily e-mail the file. The "DVD" version is pretty comparable 2 that quality, but is a bit larger. The third format is High Definition, which is designed 4 viewing on HD TVs. When looking at this video on the computer, there isn't too much of a difference from the DVD quality, but the file is huge.
The camera boots up quickly & holds a battery charge 4 roughly an hour when in video mode. The flip-out LCD screen rotates so you can actually shoot video of yourself. I've actually self-produced several news standups in DVD mode that were usable 4 television, although the audio was not very good because the camera lacks a microphone input.
Perhaps the best thing about this camera is its ease of use. The camera has several different modes: Video camera, still camera, my files & an options menu. All video & photos shot are available in the "my files" mode. The auto white balance works well, but I still prefer 2 do so manually (it only takes a second).
This is not 2 say the camera doesn't have limitations. As mentioned, though audio quality with the built-in microphone is good, it does not have a port 2 plug in an external mic. Another complaint is that there is no manual focus. Users must rely on the automatic focus, which is often poor in low light conditions. On that note, the camera tends 2 have trouble adjusting its iris & overexposes when there is a mostly dark shot with one or two hot spots (ex: sunlight coming in through a window). The camera shoots its best video in moderate lighting conditions.
Overall, I enthusiastically recommend the device. It's inexpensive, but functional 4 the casual user. It would also make a great gift 4 a younger person. He or she could actually use the camera, & you won't be spending a fortune on it.
For non-professional & personal use, the camera does pretty much everything you could ask for. It shoots quality video in three different size versions. All files are digitally recorded on the memory card & there is no tape.
The "Web" mode shoots video designed 4 upload 2 YouTube & is a smaller format, allowing you 2 easily e-mail the file. The "DVD" version is pretty comparable 2 that quality, but is a bit larger. The third format is High Definition, which is designed 4 viewing on HD TVs. When looking at this video on the computer, there isn't too much of a difference from the DVD quality, but the file is huge.
The camera boots up quickly & holds a battery charge 4 roughly an hour when in video mode. The flip-out LCD screen rotates so you can actually shoot video of yourself. I've actually self-produced several news standups in DVD mode that were usable 4 television, although the audio was not very good because the camera lacks a microphone input.
Perhaps the best thing about this camera is its ease of use. The camera has several different modes: Video camera, still camera, my files & an options menu. All video & photos shot are available in the "my files" mode. The auto white balance works well, but I still prefer 2 do so manually (it only takes a second).
This is not 2 say the camera doesn't have limitations. As mentioned, though audio quality with the built-in microphone is good, it does not have a port 2 plug in an external mic. Another complaint is that there is no manual focus. Users must rely on the automatic focus, which is often poor in low light conditions. On that note, the camera tends 2 have trouble adjusting its iris & overexposes when there is a mostly dark shot with one or two hot spots (ex: sunlight coming in through a window). The camera shoots its best video in moderate lighting conditions.
Overall, I enthusiastically recommend the device. It's inexpensive, but functional 4 the casual user. It would also make a great gift 4 a younger person. He or she could actually use the camera, & you won't be spending a fortune on it.
Rating: 1 of 5
garbage
this piece of junk dosent pick up sounds very well,then ater 2 months it didnt pick up sounds at all,and it dosen't zoom in that good,then the joy stick broke,then the speaker cover fell off,no wonder this cam corder was only $100
Rating: 5 of 5
Hd 4 pennies
Great hd picture & when used with lab studios its possible 2 get 1080i film quality videos with some filtering. A defenite must buy.
The A-HD performs 720P high definition video quality 2 provide a whole new high quality DV experience. One-touch recording allows you 2 capture stunning HD (1280 x 720 - 16:9 aspect ratio) video clips at 30 frames per second with advanced H.264 technology. Connect the camera 2 your TV/VCR/DVD player 2 record video clips, pictures, & audio recordings, & playback directly on the built-in 2.4" color LCD. Record Video from DVD's, TV, VHS, or from Any Device that has RCA outputs 4 entertainment on the go! Equipped with 5 mega pixel CMOS sensor, the still image resolution of the A-HD is enhanced 2 8 mega pixels. Auto-Focus helps you get the best pictures every time! 2x real time digital zoom allows you 2 Zoom In/Out while recording video! Review & playback you HD video clips & hi-res pictures in real time. LCD swivels 270? 4 unlimited video & photo taking. Enhance image quality while capturing photos in darker environments with your A-HD. Conveniently charge your new A-HD via the USB cable when connected 2 your PC or use the AC Charger cable included. No need 2 remove battery from camera. Connect your A-HD 2 your HDTV Component input ports 2 display your high definition video clips & still pictures, sharing them with friends & family. The A-HD allows you 2 use up 2 8GB of SD card storage 2 record longer video before having 2 upload 2 your PC.
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