Monday, November 16, 2009

Memorex MCC225 MyVideo HD Camcorder

SFGate via Macworld tells you what PCWorld said:


Coming in at $130 (as of 11/4/2009), the Memorex MyVideo HD pocket camcorder records 720p high-definition footage, snaps 5-megapixel still photos, and has a retractable USB connector, like most of its pocket-camcorder competition. For a fairly low price, it offers decent-quality 720p footage in bright light, as well as a few features we've seen only on pocket camcorders that cost at least $50 more.

The higher-end features are its digital image stabilization, a macro/landscape toggle, an HDMI-out port (cable included!), and surprisingly good 5-megapixel still photos in brightly-lit settings. The MyVideo HD captures relatively sharp and colorful photos, comparing favorably with the output of most camera phones.

While it didn't rival the video quality of competing camcorders such as the 1080p-shooting Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Camera and the 720p Flip MinoHD Camcorder, the Memorex MyVideo HD captured good video in well-lit settings. The following test video was shot in 720p mode in the same tripod location as the Kodak Zi8 and the Flip Video MinoHD (click the "HD" button on the bottom right of each video for the best-quality footage).

Bottom line:
The Memorex MyVideo HD pocket camcorder won't bowl you over with its performance or build quality, but its feature set is a good value for the price.

Memorex MCC225 MyVideo HD Specs:


The Memorex MCC225 MyVideo HD camcorder is the ideal tool to zoom in on life's moments before they zoom out. Perfectly sized for the pocket, stroller or purse, MyVideo easily captures, views and shares life’s memories and offers easy uploading and content share to websites like Facebook™ and YouTube™. Unlike other pocketsized camcorders on the market, the Memorex MyVideo HD camcorder offers differentiated value through features like direct connect to TV in HD for viewing, the ability to capture video and digital photos and one hour of recording time at the highest resolution.

Capture

  • One-touch recording with 3x digital zoom
  • 4GB of on-board memory (records up to 2 hours of VGA and up to 1 hour of HD video)
  • 2.5 hours of battery life
  • 5MP still camera
  • 2.0” color LCD display
 Share

  • Create memorable movies to share online
  • Upload to Facebook™, YouTube™, Vimeo™ and other websites

Connect and View

  • Instant playback to TV (no PC uploading required)
  • Easy video and photo editing with embedded software
  • Integrated USB connector for easy content transfer
 Main Features
Yeah, you decide.

Sony MHS-PM1 Webbie


PriceMo has some thoughts on the "Sony Mobile HD Snap Camera" (haha) MHS-PM1:

Pros
• Design is attractive
• At 720p and 1080p ‘high-definition’ resolutions are videos captured
• Expansion slot memory-card
• Lens swivels
• Lithium-ion battery is rechargeable

Cons
• A little expensive
• Protective case is not included

Buy the Sony Webbie MHS-PM1 HD Camcorder (Orange)

Features / Description

Say hello to the Webbie HD™ camera. When fun happens, Webbie is there. The pocket-sized Webbie HD camera is your perfect companion, ready to record antics at a moment's notice. Not only does it record HD MP4 video that plays nicely with sites like YouTube™, it also snaps off sharp, 5-megapixel still shots with ease. Video shown compressed for web. Actual resolution is higher (up to 1440 x 1080).

1080p High Definition
The Webbie HD™ camera lets you record crisp video in 1080p HD MP4 (H.264), as well as capture detailed 5MP still images. MP4 is a video format that is highly compatible for PC and Web environments and easy to upload to your favorite video-sharing websites.

Unique 270 Degree Rotating Lens
The Webbie HD™ camera features a unique lens that swivels up to 270 degrees and, when rotated, instantly powers on the camera so you can start recording video or taking still shots immediately.

Pre-installed with PMB Portable Software
With the pre-installed Picture Motion Browser (PMB) Portable, it's easy to pre-select videos and images in the Webbie HD™ camera and later upload them from the camera to your compatible PC and popular Internet sharing sites.

Buy the Sony Webbie MHS-PM1 HD Camcorder (Orange)

Tech Specs
Format : MPEG4 AVC/H.264 (MP4)
Video Signal : NTSC/PAL out
Imaging Device : 1/2.5" CMOS imaging sensor
Pixel Gross : 5038K
Recording Media : Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (Sold Separately)
Recording and Playback Times : When using 16GB Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media4 (sold separately: 1080/30p = 340 min., 720/30p = 510 min., VGA/30p = 990 min.
Still Actual : 5038K Pixels (4:3)
Still Picture Resolution : 5038K
Video Actual : 2070K Pixels (16:9), 690K Pixels (4:3)
Video Resolution : 1440 x 1080
Dimensions (Approx.) : 15/16 x 4 1/8 x 2 1/4 inch (24 x 103 x 55mm)
Weight (Approx.) : w/o battery: 3.4oz (95g), w battery: 4.2oz (120g)
Manual / Auto Lens Cover : Lens rotates to close
Memory Stick slot : Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media1
Battery Type : InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPower™ Meter System (NP-BK1)
Power Consumption (in Operation) : 2.0W
Power Requirements : 3.6V (battery pack); 4.2V (AC Adaptor)
Memory Stick PRO™ Media Compatibility : 12MB Embedded Flash memory; Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (Sold Separately)
Scene Mode(s) : Sports, Landscape, Low Light, Backlight, Auto
Still Image Mode(s) : JPEG
USB Streaming : Yes
35mm Equivalent : 47mm (16:9), 57mm (4:3)
Aperture : F3.6
Digital Zoom : 4x
Focal Distance : 7.0mm
Focus : Fixed Focus
Resolution : 5038K
Shutter Speed : 1/30 - 1/4000
LCD Screen : 1.8" 4:3 panel LCD display (230K)
Analog Audio/Video Output(s) : Included (via Multi A/V Terminal)
Audio/Video Remote Terminal : Multi A/V
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s) : Supplied (via A/V Remote jack)
USB Port(s) : Hi-speed 2.0 compliant
Supplied Software : PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Portable

Specs via Sony