Sanyo VPC-HD2000 Xacti 8MP High Definition 1080P Gold Description:
Sanyo VPC-HD2000 Xacti 8MP High Definition 1080P (Gold: The HD2000 features a Xacti HD lens, a high-speed CMOS sensor, and a newly developed high-speed processor to capture high-resolution images. These help it to record clear and smooth 1920 x 1080p full high-definition video despite the cameras light and compact body. The HD2000 is also capable of high-speed shooting at 600 fps/240 fps*2. Using this feature, you can view fast-motion videos, such as sports scenes, in slow motionimpossible on a normal camera. Despite being a full high-definition video camera, the HD2000 can capture realistic 8-megapixel photos just like those taken with a dedicated digital camera. It can even record higher-resolution images at up to 12 megapixels (4000 x 3000 pixels), using real-time interpolation technology*3. Meanwhile, the Face Chaser function*4 can automatically keep track of up to 12 faces even if they move, giving you hassle-free and beautiful images. With the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format, its easy to save and playback videos on your PC. Its also easy to edit full high-definition video clips using the included software and show videos from your iPod to friends and family. This way, the fun continues even after youre finished shooting.
- Amazon Sales Rank: #170019 in Camera & Photo
- Brand: Sanyo
- Model: Xacti VPC-HD2000EX
- Dimensions: 2.20 pounds
Features
- Slow Motion Play Back (1/4, 1/10 of Normal Video Speed)
- Face Chaser Function for Photos and Videos
- Image Stabilizer Function
Customer Reviews:
Love the Product, but mislead by non USA model
The Sanyo Xacti VPC-HD2000EUB that was purchased from Wall Street Photo on Amazon is NOT a USA model. I was alerted to this when looking for a filter from another big photo/video store. When I called they said that EUB is designation is “European Union - Black”. This is not designated on any of this page product information other then the model number. Don’t be tricked by this being a true USA model - it’s not. I have contacted Wall Street Photo to determine what the deal is and why my product does not have any warranty in the box. I will hope that they extend this issue and offer me a 3rd party full coverage warranty, such as Mack or RepairMaster. I am disappointed with the misleading information.
But on a better note. I absolutely love the HD2000 camera. The quality is astonishing, and for 700 bucks (even though it’s not a USA warranty) the performance is awesome. Be sure to get a 40.5mm UV protection filter for the lens!
Great performance but no playback in the US
Please be aware that this is not the US compatible model. I am not rating the performance of the camcorder. As a matter of fact, I think, for the money spent, it’s a good and true HD model, but because it’s EU based model, you won’t be able to do any playbacks on SD or full HDTV models in the US. I didnt buy the model from the above mentioned vendor, but I owned (just returned) same EUB model bought in Europe and made several clips in all definitions (full range from SD to full 1080p HD) and went to BestBuy to do playback and was not able to do it. Yes, you can manipulate and do playback clips (even 1080p) on the computer (the more power the better playback) but if you want to enjoy HDTV playback at your convenience, wait for the US based model. By the way, Sanyo is not posting the official date of the US release. It’s a shame, b/c there are few web based vendors who are not giving all the information about EU or HK based models they are trying to sell as US compatible camcorders (without proper warranty). Before you spend $600-700, wait for Sanyo official model in the US.
Excellent
I am a new owner of the Sanyo VPC-HD2000. I think it’s an excellent camcorder. Here’s my remarks:
The low light performance of this camcorder is “Wow”. I did research before buying and according to camcorderinfo, this is the best value of 2009. I have no regrets by far. The image quality is high definition.
The battery life is about 200 minutes and the time remaining before you have to recharge appears on the screen for your convenience.
Either you buy it from Hong Kong or North America doesn’t matter. There’s plenty of languages you can set from menu: English, Francais, Deutsch, Español, Italiano, Nederlands, Russian, Portuguès, Turkçe, and what appears to be Hebrew and 3 asian languages, probably Japanese, Chinese and Traditional chinese (but I am no expert of these last 4)
There’s a TV OUTPUT menu where you choose either PAL or NTSC; 4:3 or 16:9; 1080p 720p 1080i or 480p.
A surprise for me is that you can edit your video directly from the camcorder menu, you can join or cut parts of what you recorded.
There’s a very little remote to access the docking station from distance. Everything works well. I think this camcorder looks good. It is not heavy.
So this is it for now, I don’t think this can be beat at this price. Bigger and more costly camcorders requires more light to provide quality image in low light condition. So the HD2000 is probably the best for everyday use: travel, party, youtube, ect…