Sharp VLZ5U MiniDV Camcorder with 2.5″ LCD, Memory Slot and 8MB Card

Product Description

With a free angle range of 225 degrees, you can easily swivel the Sharp VL-Z5U to shoot from a high angle, low angle, or even back at yourself without straining your wrist. The VL-Z5U is also a well-equipped digital camcorder that features a 10x optical zoom, 2.5-inch LCD display, color viewfinder, and a memory card slot for digital stills.Image Stabilization
Sharp uses electric picture stabilization that keeps your images smooth and steady. Natural jerks and shaky holding will be smoothed over with this function turned on.

Optics
The 1/4-inch CCD has 680,000 pixels for sharp and clear imaging. The 10x optical zoom is effective for most purposes, but if you need extra close shots the camcorder can zoom up to 500x digitally. For low-light situations, the camcorder can operate in slow shutter mode for slow-moving or stable objects and night lumi mode for bright objects at night.

More Features
The VL-Z5U features a 2.5-inch color LCD and a color viewfinder. The LCD monitor incorporates new CG silicon technology to achieve high luminance and definition, making viewing easy even in broad daylight. The rechargeable battery snugly clips inside the frame of the camcorder, rather than outside like most other camcorders. This makes the camera less bulky and easier to carry.

The camcorder comes with an 8 MB Secure Digital memory card, but is also compatible with MultiMedia Cards. You can easily take digital stills and import them onto a computer via the USB port. The standard IEEE1394 (Firewire) connection can be used for digital video editing, while the standard AV output terminal is used for viewing on TV or dubbing.

MiniDV Format
MiniDV is the new preferred format for personal and broadcast-quality video, highly regarded for its high audio and image quality. With up to 540 lines of horizontal resolution and minimum color noise, MiniDV delivers a 20 percent clearer picture than analog camcorder formats. This is all delivered on a cassette that’s 1/12th the size of a standard VHS tape. A MiniDV tape offers digital recording time of 2 full hours–20 times the capacity of a CD.

Contents
This package includes the VL-Z5U camcorder, AC adapter, lithium-ion battery pack, infrared remote control, A/V-S cable, lens cap, USB cable, USB driver software, and 8 MB SD card.

Product Description
The VL-Z5U Digital camcorder is a one-handed solution that features an integrated rotational pivot point in the center of the unit for ease-of-use and more comfort while recording. This unique body design leads to a smaller camcorder and allows total flexibility while recording. The VL-Z5U Digital camcorder incorporates CG Silicon LCD screen technology for a high-resolution image during playback and when framing subjects. CG Silicon LCD technology from Sharp is a new solution in size and resolution for high style digital applications. This model also includes an 8 MB SD memory card for still image capture and a remote for distance / tripod control.

Product Features and Technical Details

Product Features

  • 10x optical zoom, 2.5-inch LCD display, color viewfinder
  • Memory card slot for digital stills
  • Electric picture stabilization to keep your images smooth and steady
  • 1/4-inch CCD with 680,000 pixels for sharp, clear imaging
  • Includes a 8 MB Secure Digital memory card–but is also compatible with MultiMedia Cards

Technical Details

  • Video format: MiniDV
  • Audio: PCM Stereo
  • Maximum CCD resolution: 680,000 pixels
  • CCD size: .25 inches
  • Eyepiece viewfinder:: Color
  • LCD screen size: 2.5 inches
  • LCD swivel: Yes
  • Aperture: F/1.8
  • Filter diameter: Information unavailable
  • Optical zoom: 10x
  • Digital zoom: 500x
  • Autolight: No
  • Hot shoe for external light: No
  • Image stabilization: Yes
  • Infrared capability: No
  • Remote included: Yes
  • Headphone jack: Information unavailable
  • Digital still capability: Yes
  • MPEG movie mode: No
  • Included still memory: 8MB SD
  • Preset titles: Information unavailable
  • Custom titling: Information unavailable
  • Programmed recording: Information unavailable
  • Fade options: Information unavailable
  • Special effects: Information unavailable
  • Motion sensor: No
  • Audio sensor: No
  • USB streaming: No
  • IEEE1394 (Firewire) output: Yes
  • USB output: Yes
  • S-Video output: Yes
  • Battery type: Lithium ion
  • Included in box: AC adapter, lithium-ion battery pack, A/V-S cable, lens cap, USB cable, and USB driver software
  • Width: 3.25 inches
  • Height: 3.25 inches
  • Depth: 4 inches
  • Weight: 1.07 lb.
  • Warranty labor: Information unavailable
  • Warranty parts: Information unavailable

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