Sanyo Xacti VPC-CA6 Weatherproof Digital Camcorder - Orange

Features:

• Digital media cameras combine the functionality of a digital camera with a digital camcorder
• Weather-resistant design
• Records MPEG-4 movies and 6.0-megapixel stills simultaneously
• Clear 2.0-inch color TFT LCD; rotates up to 285 degrees
• Highly efficient 5x optical zoom lens and 12x digital zoom

The Sanyo VPC-CA6 Xacti digital media camera combines the functionality of a digital camera and digital camcorder in a compact, weather-resistant design, and records both 6-megapixel still images and 640 x 480 resolution digital video.

For your convenience, digital pictures and videos are easily stored to a standard SD flash memory card (sold separately). Designed to meet the international protection level IPX4, the VPC-CA6 is "protected" from a splash in all directions.

 Xacti VPC-CA6 Highlights

Advanced MPEG-4 technology
The Xacti CA6 features Sanyo's proprietary MPEG-4 engine to execute a vast number of calculations in a short period of time. This engine enables the Xacti CA6’s advanced real-time MPEG-4 compression. Recording in the global multimedia standard, MPEG-4 delivers exceptional video clarity and detail while being exceptionally efficient in the way it records digital information. The results are high-quality videos that are saved in smaller files.

2.0-inch LCD screen
The CA6 features an incredibly clear 2.2-inch, Sanyo-developed Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) with 210,000 total pixels. The display flips out from the camera and rotates up to 285 degrees on an axis that allows you to take great video or still images from otherwise difficult positions.

6.37-megapixel CCD image sensor
Inside the CA6 digital media camera is an advanced 6.37-megapixel (total) CCD image sensor to capture high-quality digital videos (at a very smooth and natural 30 fps!), with full-range stereo sound.

Multiple shooting modes
The CA6 features five shooting modes, which allow you to capture the content based on how it will be used. Whether you are shooting for TV or DVD, for a personal media player such as the iPod, or using the camera as a high-quality webcam, the CA6 can be switched to the shooting mode best suited for your needs.

Record specifically for your personal media player
The CA6 has a recording mode designed specifically to capture video destined for the iPod video or other MPEG4-capable media players. Shooting in the new Web-SHQ mode, your videos will be captured at 320 x 240 pixels at 30 frames-per-second -- perfect for some of the most popular personal media players available.

Capture still and videos simultaneously
The Xacti CA6 enables simultaneous shooting of 6-megapixel still images and 640 x 480-pixel video clips with a simple press of the shutter button during the shooting of a movie clip. Users will never need to miss another precious photo opportunity. (Depending on the mode used to take still images, simultaneous video clip shooting may be interrupted. While shooting video clips, using the digital image stabilizer may change the angle of view for still images.)

 Record to standard SD memory cards

The CA6 can record up to two hours of standard-definition (640 x 480 resolution) video on a standard 2GB SD memory card (sold separately).

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High-quality digital stereo recording
The Xacti CA6's 48 kHz, 16-bit, 2-channel sound for AAC-LC (MPEG-4 Audio) provides a sense of audio reality to complement those important moments.

Built-in image stabilization
The SANYO Xacti CA6 comes with a sophisticated image stabilizer. Using a proprietary SANYO algorithm, the CA6 automatically compensates for distracting up-and-down or side-to-side camera movement, keeping your subject steady and easy to follow. It accurately distinguishes between unintentional camera shake and deliberate camera movement. This handy feature operates in both wide-angle and telephoto modes, giving every shot a solid, professional-looking feel.

Sleek, ergonomic design
On or off, the CA6 is a true work of art. Ergonomically designed to fit comfortably in the palm of your hand, all video, and still functions can be easily accessed with your thumb. Aside from making everything much simpler and easier to use, this 'one thumb' interface lets you enjoy -- and be a part of -- each precious moment you record.

 5x optical zoom / 12x digital zoom

The CA6 digital media camera features a highly efficient 5x optical zoom with a bright maximum aperture of f/3.5. The CA6’s lens also provides a fantastic field of view with a 38-190 mm range (35 mm equivalent). Combined with the 12x digital zoom, the CA6 provides up to 60x zooming capability.

Super-fast start-up  
Reduce your chance of missing the moment. The Xacti CA6 media camera is designed for super fast start-up and shooting. With the tapeless design, the CA6 eliminates the need to queue up a tape deck, so you can start recording right away. When the CA6 is powered on, closing the LCD puts the CA6 in standby mode. Simply open the display and the CA6 automatically powers up and can begin immediately recording in as little as 1.7 seconds.

Sanyo Lithium-ion battery
The Xacti CA6 includes a high-capacity Sanyo brand lithium-ion battery. The DBL-L20U is a high-voltage 3.7-volt battery designed to work with the SANYO Xacti CA6 camera. The high-energy density design minimizes the battery size and weight, making it perfect for use in small portable cameras. The DBL-L20 is designed to resist memory accumulation so it provides a full charge every time.

Easy connection to TV, VCR, DVD recorder, or computer
The Xacti CA6 enables easy playback of recorded video directly on a TV screen. Connect the CA6 to a VCR or DVD recorder to back-up copies of recorded content. Still, images and video clips on the Xacti CA6 are played back continuously and in chronological order. The Xacti CA6 also offers a convenient connection to a PC. With the simple drag-and-drop operation, it's easy to save recorded video clips and still images onto a computer's hard