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Sanyo Xacti VPC-CA9 Waterproof HD Camcorder (Green)

Released on 20 April 2009

Manufacturer: Sanyo

3.0 out of 5 (3 customer reviews) | Write a review

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With a conventional digital camera or camcorder, many users are understandably reluctant to film or shoot in the rain or other wet environments, for the obvious fear of causing water damage to the camera. The VPC-CA9, however, has earned the highest possible IEC 60529 waterproof rating-IPX8-allowing users to capture high-definition (1280 x 720-pixel) 30 fps footage without worrying about the effects of water or snow. The VPC-CA9 is operable down to a water depth of 1.5 meters (5 feet).

With Sanyo's advanced waterproofing technology, this camera can be used without thinking twice in the rain; for marine sports such as surfing or snorkeling; or for winter sports such as skiing or snowboarding. The VPC-CA9 keeps up with active lifestyles, expanding the scope of shooting opportunities. It offers the enhanced functionality of 9-megapixel still images-a world-first for a waterproof HD Dual Camera. The waterproof Sanyo Xacti VPC-CA9 Dual Camera is usable year-round and is perfect for activities on the go, regardless of whether users are in the city, by the sea, or in the mountains.
  • Product Content

  • Main Features
  • 3D DNR noise-reducing function for clearer, more professional-looking video
  • 5x Optical zoom
  • 2.5" LCD monitor
  • Face Chaser technology can detect up to 12 faces for photos and videos
  • 60x Digital zoom
  • Effective pixel count/Camera element: Photos: Approx. 9.0-Megapixels / Videos: HD: Approx. 7.31-Megapixels SD: Approx. 8.84-Megapixels
  • Camera element: 1/2.5 inch CMOS sensor, Approx. 9.02-Megapixels (total)
  • Recording media: SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card (up to 32GB)
  • Internal memory: Approx. 43 MB
  • Recording file formats: Photos: JPEG (DCF*1, DPOF*2, Exif Ver2.2*3) / Videos: ISO standard MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (.MP4) / Audio: 48kHZ sampling, 16bit, 2ch, AAC
  • Lens
  • 5x optical zoom lens
  • Aperture: F=3.5(W)-4.7(T)
  • Focus distance: f=6.3 to 31.7mm
  • Galvanometer method structure, Auto focus: 8 groups, 11 elements (3 aspheric elements, 5 aspheric surfaces), Built-in neutral density filter
  • Photos: f=38-190mm(=35mm) Optical 5x zoom
  • Videos: f=38-190mm(=35mm) Optical 5x zoom
  • Specifications
  • Photo range: Standard: 50cm to infinity (wide), 1.0m to infinity (tele) / Super macro: 1cm - 80cm (wide)
  • Digital zoom: Shooting: 12x max., Playback 62.5x max. (12M mode, depending on the resolution)
  • Low light sensitivity (video): Approx. 16 lux (Auto mode, 1/30 sec.) / Approx. 4 lux (High-sensitivity/ Lamp mode, 1/15 sec.)
  • Stills sensitivity: Auto (ISO 50 - 400), Manual (ISO 50/100/200/400/800/1600, Switching system)
  • Digital Image Stabilizer: Photos: Digital Image Stabilizer (electronic), Videos: Digital Image Stabilizer (electronic)
  • Audio: Microphone: Built-in stereo, Speaker: Built-in monaural (L+Rch mixed output)
  • LCD monitor: 2.5 inch, Low-temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD display, Approx. 150,000 pixels (7-level brightness, 285 degrees rotation)
  • Languages: English/ Japanese/ French/ German/ Spanish/ Italian/ Dutch/ Russian/ Portuguese/ Turkish/ Japanese/ Thai/ Korean/ Simplified Chinese/ Traditional Chinese
  • Interface: AV output Video: Composite video, NTSC/PAL, USB 2.0 (high-speed mode compatible)
  • Power source: Lithium-ion battery x 1 (DB-L20 included: 720mAh)
  • Dimensions/Volume: 70.4 (W) x 111.4 (H) x 40.5 (D)mm (maximum dimensions, excluding protruding parts) / Volume: Approx. 192cc
  • Weight: Approx. 230g (main unit only), Approx. 249g (including battery, Approx. 17 g, and SD card, Approx. 2 g)

customer Reviews

 Average rating (3 reviews)

 cool cam

| | See all nedg01's reviews (3)

the green looks lime in reality. didnt take long to set up and work out how to use it. has a strange sort of case with it and a tacky strap. has external battery charger, pc cable and a/v connectors in the box. its a bit fiddly pressing the video and photo buttons but the photos/videos are fantastic in hd. never seen such brilliant cam recordings. really pleased with the purchase and the free card has well over 4000 pics. not tried out in water yet but looking forward to it on holiday!

 Xacti

| | See all shauny1280's reviews (1)

Looks great in green. The design is really modern, no faffy switches and buttons you dont need and its really easy to use.Quality is great for photos and videos and also works great under water.My only criticism is that the control buttons for record, photo and zoom are a bit fidly.
All in all a great camera especially for water sports lovers.

 Fiddly to use, poor picture quality

| | See all Herculesdad's reviews (1)

I recently bought a Sanyo Xacti VPC-CA9 Camcorder from Play.com and I'm really disappointed with it. The controls are small and difficult to use and taking steady footage is very difficult due to the controls and design of the camera. The picture quality is also very poor for a camera claiming to record in HD.

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