The PlayFull HD Waterproof camcorder is definitely a great product, however, its predecessor is still great as well. Recently, Amazon has slashed down the pricing for the PlayFull HD Video camera (blue-black, new model) from its pricing of $149.99 to just $69.99 with massive $79.96 discount. It’s equal to 53-percent discount that you would not want to miss it if you are currently looking for a HD camcorder that could take full HD 1080p video recording as simple as pressing button.

Kodak PlayFull HD camcorder is obviously not waterproof like the new version, but it still one of the camcorder that come with a great range of features that you can enjoy. It has 4x digital zoom, digital image stabilizer, has 5-megapixel CMOS sensor, support 32GB SD/SDHC card, and other specs that you can find the full list here.

According to what we have heard, this deal of 53-percent cut off is going to end on the next day (October 12, 2011), so if you are looking of a cheap yet quality HD camcorder, don’t hesitate to check it out!

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Your Smartphone is not smart enough? Can’t record HD video or taking high quality photo? If that is so, you will need to buy a dedicated camera or camcorder to do this task. It’s quite cheap these days, a camcorder that could record 720p HD camcoder is about $100+ right now. Also, if you are the type that love rugged camcorder, You might want to check out this new Kodak Playfull Waterproof camcorder.

This Kodak PlayFull is the new waterproof, dustproof and drop proof camcorder that is fairly cheap but has a nice range of features. It has 2-inch LCD display, HDMI output port, Pop-out USB 2.0, SD card slot that support up to 32GB, and weighing in 85 grams only.

As far as the drop-proof feature, what’s been tested is a drop onto plywood, so we have no idea if it can survive a drop to a concrete/cement surface. Kodak PlayFull Camcorder is going to roll out in this late October 2011 for $120 (black version – with 4GB storage included), or $100 for the white version.

[via Electronista]

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A company called Vision research has just launched a new high speed camera called Phantom v1610. As far as how fast, the company has stated that their Phantom v1610 is capable of recording up to an amazing 1 million frames per second!

Yep, this chubby looking machine (video camera) is actually a beast in disguise. Phantom v1610 high speed camera features widescreen CMOS sensor, and the resolution is available from the lowest 128 x 16p up to 1280 x 800p. However, the FPS on the largest resolution is only capable of reaching 16,000 frames per second.

As far as the other features goes, this Phantom v1610 hig speed camera has also featured 2 x HD-SDI ports that could be configured in various kind of ways, like what the source has described:

“They can act as identical 4:2:2 HD-SDI ports where one port can be set up to provide an (optional) on-screen display for monitoring the on-camera controls and camera operation. They can also be configured as a single 4:4:4 Dual-Link HD-SDI port.”

This video camera can also do GPS geo tagging, record directly to CineMag, and has 10GB ethernet connectivity. You can view the details of this high speed video camera over at Vision Research website.

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If you think ContourHD is too big to fit onto your sport helmet, here is a more practical solution to mount a HD camera to record your extreme actions. Company called Rollei has just introduced the world to their new bullet-shaped HD camcorder called “Bullet HD“.

Well, no it won’t fit into the revolver or your toy gun. In fact, the dimension big enough for any common gun to handle (unless you have some sort of big barrel shotgun). This Bullet HD action camera is designed to be a rugged camera for any extreme sport and the casing is made with aluminum that could handle some serious bumps or knocks.

Rollei Bullet HD action camera is coming along with 12-megapixel CMOS sensor, 170 degree wide angle lens, can record movie in 720p HD format and all of the recording will be stored into a microSD card that support up to 32GB.

By default, Rollei Bullet HD action camera is coming with 4GB microSD card bundle to help you get started. The action camera itself is powered by internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery, and will be available later in this month for $350 via Rollei official website.

[via Gizmag]

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Amazon is offering 42% off (equal to $79.46) on Kodak PlaySport Zx3 HD Camcorder (Black color) for a limited time until April 28th. The listed price is $189, after discount you can get this HD camcoder for $109.54 with FREE shipping to your home.

Specification wise, Kodak PlaySport Zx3 HD Camcorder is coming with 5-megapixles HD Still sensor, can record full HD 1080p video, has 2-inch color display, and bundled with lots of stuffs including remote control, tripod, 4GB memory, cables and more.

Get This Kodak PlaySport Zx3 HD camcorder at Amazon if you are interested. No coupon needed to activate this deal.

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Despite of the hard time in Japan, Sony has revealed another new gadget for the professional. This Sony PMW-TD300 is a professional 3D camcorder that is built in a compact design, shoulder mount ready, and no more complicated setup before trying to shoot a 3D movie.

Sony PMW-TD300 is coming with dual 3-chip 1/2 -inch Exmore Full HD CMOS sensors and Sony XDCAM EX workflow support to improve the 3D workflow. Inside the camcorder there is a slot where you can fit in a 64GB memory card, where it score for around 400 minutes of HQ video recording time. To support the recording, Sony has also thrown in a 3.5-inch color LCD as the viewfinder.

More information on Sony PMW-TD300 can be found at Sony UK.

[PMW-TD300, Sony’s new 3D XDCAM EX makes its NAB Debut via AkihabaraNews]

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Toshiba has added new product lines to their existing Camileo series HD camcorder. Known as Camileo B10 and Camileo P100, both HD camcorders are a different class with different design and functionality. Generally speaking, Toshiba Camileo B10 is similar to some existing products like Kodak Zi8 HD camcorder, but Camileo B10 is capable of recording in full HD 1080p mode with its super 16-megapixel sensors. It also capable of snapping pictures with the ultra high lens sensor and 16x digital zoom.

As for the other one, the Toshiba Camileo P100. This HD camcorder is similar to Sanyo Xacti camcorder with flip out screen. It has a similar specs as Camileo B10, but Toshiba treat this model nicer by adding extra 8x optical zoom.

Both of these HD camcorders should be able to takes a large 64GB SDXC memory cards that ensure no decrease in the recording quality.

No pricing details for both of these camcorder yet, but you can expect them to release in three continents including Middle East, Africa and Europe very soon.

[Toshiba intros Camileo P100 and B10 pocket camcorders via Engadget]

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We haven’t heard any announcement from Sony, however, the company has just rolled out a new camcorder called Bloggie Duo HD, quietly. I’m not sure why Sony didn’t do any obvious marketing campaign for this cool looking HD camcorder, but it really worth a second look when you are on the market for a new HD camcorder.

Unlike the previous Sony Bloggie camcorder with rotating lens or 3D Lens, this Bloggie Duo HD (MHS-FS2) camcorder is coming with dual screen like the [dual display camera]. It has 2.7-inch main LCD screen on the back side, and 2-inch LCD under the lens at the front side.

With this setting, people can really be a better video blogger since they can look at their face instantly when recording and make adjustment to their expression without guessing how do they look when starring their video.

Sony Bloggie Duo HD has 5-megapixels camera lens, support HD recording, has 2 hours battery life, and HDMI output to see your pretty/handsome face directly on the big screen HDTV.

If you are interested to be a self-made professional video blogger, you can get (pre-order) Sony Bloggie Duo HD to help you out. It’s only $169.99 and it’s available directly on SonyStyle.

[Sony Bloggie Duo HD now available via TechFever]

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It’s not really a spy gadget, but you can count it as one. Thanko’s HDMI Video Pen HD Camcorder is taking the shape of a highlighter pen that you can slip into your the pocket of your shirt without being notice as a video HD camcorder.

This Thanko HDMI Video Pen HD Camcorder can take picture with its 7-Megapixels camera sensor and record video in 720p format for 30 minutes long per-file, while the battery life is longer at 5 hours per charge.

For storage, this Video Pen can hold one microSDHC card. Sadly, you’ll have to keep pushing the record button every 30-minute recording cycle as the system can’t support file with duration longer than 30-minute. But I guess that shouldn’t be a problem.

Recorded video will be in QuickTime .MOV format, so you might want to buy a converter if you plan to play it on your HDTV that has not support to .MOV file. Connection to your HDTV has been made easy too since this HDMI Video Pen HD camcorder has a dedicated mini-HDMI connector.

Thanko HDMI Video Pen HD camcorder is currently available for $120 directly from GeekStuff4U.

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Two new HD Camcorder has been launched by Panasonic and they have been dubbed as HX-WA10 and HM-TA20. What’s special on both of this HD camcorder is the durability and waterproof functionality. It’s not that rugged, but there is a certain level of bump protection that you will find it useful for your traveling or recording session in harsh environment.

Both of these HD Camcorder has the capability to record video in 1080p format, while offering image stabilization for still image capturing.

From the picture above, Panasonic HX-WA10 is the left one, while Panasonic HM-TA20 is the right one. Panasonic HX-WA10 HD camcorder is featuring 16-Megapixels sensor lens with flip out display, while Panasonic HM-TA20 is coming with 3-inch touchscreen LCD display and shockproof feature.

[via SlipperyBrick]

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We have seen a digital camera with projector, but haven’t seen any HD camcorder that comes with a built-in projector yet. This is what Hammacher is selling right now on their website. A HD 720p camcorder with built-in 12-lumens pico projector that could project the recorded result up to 65-inch large screen size on the wall.

The HD camcorder itself has 5MP sensor for capturing the 1280x720p HD video, and it has 8MP sensor to capture still images. This HD camcorder also has 5x digital zoom, and built-in LED light to enhance the video recording result.

Beside it has a projector, it has a built-in 2.4-inch LCD screen to view the result where projector is incapable of show any solid display (e.g. in the bright area). All of the recorded result will be store on a microSD card (support up to 32GB).

This HD camcorder with built-in projector has already supported HDMI for HDTV footage, USB port for file transfer to PC and composite cable for hooking up with any conventional TV.

It has built-in two hours rechargeable battery, which could be fully charged in four hours. If you are interested, currently Hammacher is selling this HD camcorder with built-in Pico Projector for $299.95 only.

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Sony has announced their 3D version of Bloggie camcorder in CES last week, and it seems this item is now available for pre-order at Amazon for $250. Sony Bloggie 3D camcorder is a full HD camcorder with the ability to record up to 1080p resolution using both of the 5MP lenses.

The recording result can be viewed directly via the 2.4-inch LCD display which also supports direct 3D viewing with naked eyes without wearing any bulky 3D Glasses. Also, the display is good on both landscape and portrait mode.

Sony Bloggie 3D Camcorder will record and store the data directly into its internal 8GB memory and there is an internal rechargeable battery that could handle about 4 hours of 3D video recording sessions.

[Pre-Order at Amazon - Source: 3D-Display-Info]

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Last week at CES 2011, Sony has debuted their World’s First Double Full HD 3D Camcorder that has two integrated Sony G Lenses for recording 3D videos.

This 3D Camcorder is also known as HDR-TD10 3D High Definition Flash Memory Handycam. It can record video in both 2D or 3D mode at the full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080p.

The result is viewable directly on the built-in 3D LCD display that require no 3D-glasses to view the effects. Aso, it has 10x optical zoom in 3D, Optical SteadySHot, an amazing built-in mic that records 5.1 channel audio with wind noise reduction to ensure every of video recording is a masterpiece done by yourself.

For storage purpose, Sony HDR-TD10 HD 3D camcorder has a built-in 64GB of internal flash memory. If you think it’s not enough, Sony HDR-TD10 is compatible with Memory Stick PRODuo (Mark 2), Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card (Class 4 or Higher).

According to the news obtained from ChipChick, Sony HDR-TD10 will be available in this April 2011 for MSRP of $1499. If you want to pre-order this product, you can head on to SonyStyle for the details.

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Over at Amazon, Kodak Zi8 Full HD 1080p camcorder has been slashed down to $99.95 from $179.99. There is a big $79.05 saved from the listed price and it’s only available until January 20th.

Kodak Zi8 Full HD Camcorder Featuring:

• Take full HD 1080p videos wherever you go
• Get sharper videos and less blur thanks to built-in image stabilization
• Premiere your videos in the palm of your hand with the vivid 2.5-inch color LCD
• No cables to worry about–just swing out the USB arm to upload, share and charge
• Get a new perspective–take amazing 5 MP 16:9 widescreen HD still pictures
• Share on Facebook and YouTube with ease–built-in software makes editing and uploading simple
• Compatible with PC and MAC (Use with Apple iLife Suite of products) operating systems
• Compatible with iTunes for syncing with Apple TV, iPhone and iPod Devices
• Plenty of room for more–record up to 10 hours of HD video (Record ~20 min per 1 GB at 720p HD at 30 fps) with the expandable SD/SDHC Card slot that can hold up to 32 GB
• Capture your friends in their best light with smart face tracking technology
• See more details and accurate colors in low light
• Make audio awesome–the external microphone jack lets you record in stereo
• Be ready for the big screen right out of the box with complementary HDMI cable
• Record from a distance or play back on your TV with ease with available remote control
• Grab attention and define your style with the ultra-compact design, stunning looks, and a range of colors

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Without any hesitation of the new media, JVC has introduced yet another two new version of 3D HD camcorders with one of the coming with a big dual lenses 3.32MP CMOS sensor.

Pictured above is the first 3D HD camcorder codenamed as GS-TD1. It has a high speed processor that could hande two simultaneous full HD image capturing, and it has a cool 3D button and other button layout at the rear side.

JVC GS-TD1 has 5x zoom, can store 64GB video into 64GB SD card in AVCHD 3D format, as well as AVCHD 2D format. Also, JVC-GS-TD1 has BIPHOIC technology for capturing sounds in 3D manner, and Automatic Parallax adjustment that could optimize the 3D video comfort zone.

Now this one is the second 3D HD camcorder known as Everio GZ-HM960. This one is a bit smarter (although it has a smaller body and single lens) with auto-conversion of 2D images/videos into 3D version instantly and output them to the 3D display that can be viewed with bare eyes.

Everio GZ-HM960 3D HD Camcorder has 3.5-inch 3D Display that should be pretty convenient to view the recorded result.

JVC Everio GZ-HM960 3D HD Camcorder is going to hit the store on next month, while JVC GS-TD1 is set to be available for $2,000 in this March 2011.

[via Winarco - Gadget Journal]

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Panasonic has starting to ship their Micro-Four-Third HD camcorder coded as AG-AF100 that support native 1080/24p video recording. You can consider to get one of this if you are going down to the professional route in video recording. Panasonic AG-AF100 HD camcorder is expensive, which has been priced at $4,995 per unit. However, what you will get for the exchange of that large sum of money is also amazing, too!

Panasonic AG-AF100 HD camcorder can record up to 12 hours with two 64GB SDXC card in PH mode, can capture still images, support ISO 2000, ISO 3200, has variable frame rate in 20 steps from 12p to 60p at 60Hz or from 12p to 50p at 50Hz. Other features also includes the capability to use regular micro 4/3 lenses to take still images, has built-in microphone, has twin XLR inputs with phantom power with uncompressed 4:2:2 port, has 8-bit HD-SDI output, HDMI out and USB 2.0 port.

[via Slashgear]

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If you are currently looking for a new pocket camcorder with projector and could record movie in 720p HD format, then you might want to add this ViewSonic DVP5 Pocket HD Camcorder projector to your shopping list.

ViewSonic DVP5 HD camcorder is a new series that could handle HD video recording with its 5MP sensor camera, and taking still image with up to 8MP lens sensor. This ViewSonic DVP5 is really an advanced version of pocket camcorder because beside you can view the result in the 2.4-inch LCD display, you can also project it out with the pico projector on its top to view it on the 65-inch large display on the wall!

Of course, such a pico projector should have no bright lumens to share. IT has only 15 LUMENS, 200:1 contrast ratio which you should have project it on a dark room before you can see anything clearly. However, if you have yourself a big screen HDTV, you can directly hook Viewsonic DVP5 to the TV using a HDMI cable.

ViewSonic DVP5 Pocket HD Camcorder Projector has internal storage of 2GB, but you can expand the size with microSD/SDHC card up to 32GB (34GB in total). For audio playback purpose, ViewSonic DVP5 Pocket HD camcorder projector has come with a mono speaker.

ViewSonic DVP5 Pocket HD Camcorder projector is only $319.99 and it’s currently available at Amazon.

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This is an interesting deal for you who is looking for a new pocket sized full HD camcorder to record your holidays activities. BuyDig.com has a featured Toshiba Camileo S20 Full-HD Pocket Camcorder that is current under a handy 23% discount, which has slash down the pricing down from $129.99 to $99.99 with $30 (23%) coupon discount.

You have to input the following coupon code in order to activate the deal (expire: October 30th, 2010):

• $30 Off Coupon Code: c20109260505

Toshiba Camileo S20 is a Full HD 1080p camcorder that has 4x digital zoom in 720p and 1x in 1080p mode, 3-inch LCD Monitor, support SD/SDHC card expansion, one button Youtube upload, has HDMI digital AV output to HDTV, and many others.

Get Toshiba Camileo S20 Full HD camcorder now with $30 discount (end On October 30th) at BuyDig.

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General Electric(GE) has also stomped into the pocket/mini HD camcorder market with their very own product called GE DV1 Mini HD camcorder.

This version looks pretty bright and cheerul, with brushed aluminum green, orange or grey colors to attract the younger market. The HD Camcorder itself featuring 5-MP CMOS lens sensor, 5.5mm fixed focal length lens, integrated memory that could let your record full HD video for 29 minutes, and if it’s not enough there is a built-in SD/SDHC memory card slot that let you upgrade the space up to 32GB.

That should be enough to let you record for hours of Full HD video. For protection, GE DV1 Mini HD Camcorder has featured 1.5m shockproof, 5m waterproof and the HD camcorder is also dust-proof. Just like any other HD camcorders, GE DV1 Mini HD Camcorder has been equipped with a built-in USB arm to save you hassles on finding USB cable when you want to transfer data to your PC/laptop.

GE DV1 MIni HD Camcorder will be available in October with unannounced pricing.

[via Pocket-Lint]

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Flip is no match on this new HD camcorder from HP. HP released V5020u that offering full HD recording up to the resolution of 1920 x 1080 and it has come with image stabilization via a built-in gyroscopic sensor to prevent image blur on shakes. HP V5020u HD camcorder also has been equipped with a 10x digital zoom, 5MP lens sensor, and it has 2-inch LCD screen to view the result of recording.

As the matter of fact, the shape looks similar with most HD camcorder that ever blogged here, such as the Panasonic HM-TA1 or JVC Picsio’s. They are all having a similar design that proved to give users a convenient recording experience. So design might not be the key here, we have to drill down to the list of spec to find what’s special on each HD Camcorder.

This HP V5020u Full HD Camcorder has a HDMI port, I guess this is for sure, and It has an SDHC slot to fit in a 32GB memory card for storing your recording movies. All movie will recoded into H.264 format (.AVI), where Full HD 1080p mode let you rock at 30fps, HD 720p at 60fps and WVGA mode at 848 x 480 at 30fps.

Not too shabby, if you have spare $159 to spend, you can get this HP V5020u Full HD camcorder in this October 2010.

[via ChipChick]

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