CES: DXG-581V High-Definition Mini Camcorder annonced

LAS VEGAS, NV - Consumer Electronics Show -- Video plays a major role in young consumers' everyday lifestyle and video cameras must focus on portability, ease of use and affordability in order to reach these active consumers. DXG USA, (www.dxgusa.com), one of the fastest-growing digital camera companies in the U.S., is at the forefront of this trend with its next-generation, ultra-mini DXG-581V high-definition (HD) camcorder. Available at retailers nationwide in Q1 2009 for $179.99, the DXG-581V features a stylish, easy to use vertical design, and offers high-quality features, expandable storage, and video editing software at an unbeatable price.

The DXG-581V features the highest level video recording on the market today with 1080p -- or up to 1920 x1080 resolution at 30 frames per second (fps) -- and also shoots up to 8MP still images, making video and photo capture all-in-one. Equipped with built-in flash memory, the DXG-581V also has an SDHC card slot to support up to 8GB or 8 hours of HD video.

DXG Partners with ArcSoft to Provide Video Editing and Sharing Software.

Note: Image of the DXG-569V was used.

Via MSNBC

DVFormat says Web 2.0 awakens new camcorder segment

DMN Newswire--2009-1-14--The consumer camcorder market remains one of the most complex and dynamic CE categories to date despite witnessing fairly modest unit growth in recent years. Now, the emergence of a new breed of low-cost, back-to-basics pocket video camera is connecting with a fresh base of consumers, opening the market to a host of non-traditional camcorder brands.

According to the article, pocket video cameras lead the way and High Def camcorders are on the rise. Non-traditional camcorder brands such as Pure Digital/Flip, Aiptek and DXG are currently dominating the PVC segment and applying pressure to traditional A brands.

Moving forward, there is clearly an opportunity for the industry to further revitalise consumer interest in the camcorder segment, despite the current economic climate, and Futuresource will continue to closely monitor developments in this market.

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Head over to DVFormat for the full article.