Sanyo Shows Off Waterproof Full HD Video Cam
Sanyo is debuting what it claims is the world's first waterproof full HD consumer camcorder and what better way to introduce it to the world than a bit of a dunking session?
Announced in Japan last week, Sanyo hasn't provided any details of a worldwide release for the Xacti DMX-CA100, although we do know it costs around $440 in Japan. According to CrunchGear, the camera packs an IPX8 waterproof rating so it's safe for an hour of underwater activities at up to three meters. Capable of shooting full HD video as well as 14-megapixel pictures, the device packs a 2.7-inch LCD, 1 x USB 2.0, an SDXC port, and a mini HDMI interface. It’s also compatible with Eye-Fi, comes with a digital image stabilizer and a “Face Chaser” function for videos.
The camera comes bundled with a 1/2.33 inch CMOS sensor, 5x optical zoom and Sanyo’s proprietary “Double Range Zoom” function, which allows the user to switch between Wide and Tele Mode with the touch of a button.
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I have an older Xacti... and while it is waterproof, it is only average at taking video and very poor at taking still pictures. Maybe this one will get right what mine got wrong.
3m depth only ?!! ....
I was contemplating on getting Kodak Playsport on Amazon. I love that they keep coming out with HD Waterproof Video Camera. It would be so cool to take one of these on a kayak and snowboarding trips. But for $440? I wonder if it's worth the price difference.
weak, scuba diving is at least 20-30 meters
I don't think it's directed at divers. I believe it's aiming more towards the outdoorsy/rough condition type crowd.
I have the 720p version of this, use it 100 days+ a year on the river. Great camera, being waterproof has saved me thousands on not replacing it every two trips and under water fish pics are the best. My only big gripe is the LCD viewfinder is worthless in the sun, would a really viewfinder have been too much? If your a diver you know for $400 your lucky to get a submersible case to put your camera in much less a camera to go with it, so realized that is not marketed at that
I record videos while riding a motorcycle. This might be pretty good for that. jaysbob908 is right. The outdoorsy types would dig this.
Did he freking say 40 megapixels?!
Woah, that is pretty f'in cool.
It is great for raining days...
but wait....
why am I taking video out in the rain?
lol
I got excited when I heard 3 meters... until I did the conversion and learned it was only 9 feet. xD
Conincidentally I'm shopping for a waterproof HD camera now.
The Kodak Playpsort says its "Waterproof up to 10 ft. (3 m),Full 1080p HD video".
So how is the Sanyo one first? Any underlying tech thats not being mentioned? Someone telling porky pies?
Is it just me or does it look like an electric razor in the top picture? Maybe I am just getting too old.
I like the concept, but I am always too busy trying not to drown under water to be concentrating on taking a movie in the pool, what with all the bubbles and everyone else trying to get back up for air.......
And at a max depth of 3m it isn't any use for scuba monkeys either!
Which leaves the only use being for the Charlie Sheen in us all, in the shower........you all know what I mean!!
I got the playsport from kodak. $129, waterproof up to 10' and shock proof up to 3' and it does 1080p also...for the price difference, why would anyone get this Sanyo?
Yeah, that's my question. I just got a Playsport. 1080p & 720p @ 60fps. Takes great video. Waterproof to 10 ft. So how the HECK is this the "first waterproof full HD camcorder" ? ? And my Playsport was only $149.... for that price I can buy 2 Kodaks and a mount and shoot everything in 3D... LOL
RE: the SCUBA angle - this is probably more for non-divers who end up snorkeling in Hawaii or the Caribbean, etc., and is a cheap way to shoot cool video of your experience. 3M is plenty deep for snorkeling....
I got the playsport from kodak. $129, waterproof up to 10' and shock proof up to 3' and it does 1080p also...for the price difference, why would anyone get this Sanyo?
Having an optical zoom is nice. Between the two I think the Sanyo is the superior camera, but not nearly enough so to make up the price difference. That Kodak is a good value.
Great now I can record my bathtub moments. LOL 3 meters? I'll pass.
weak, scuba diving is at least 20-30 meters
Name a camera that costs $440 and can take HD video at 20-30m then. Go ahead.
Conincidentally I'm shopping for a waterproof HD camera now.The Kodak Playpsort says its "Waterproof up to 10 ft. (3 m),Full 1080p HD video".So how is the Sanyo one first? Any underlying tech thats not being mentioned? Someone telling porky pies?
If Kodak camcorders have similar build quality to their digital camera line (easyshare) my personal preference would definitely be to avoid Kodak... had nothing but problems with two generations of easyshares, hardware and software wise. "Oh the prong fell out of your 5.0V AC adapter a couple weeks after your warranty ended? We'll happily sell ya a new one for $60!" I'd give Sanyo a shot on this one!