Aluratek Ahdvc02f pocket camcorder has been compared to the Sanyo Xacti. We were skeptical so we put it up to the test. Read about this HD camcorder below.
Aluratek is most famous for their usb internet radio device, but don't let that fool you. They know camcorders as well, and for a budget camcorder that shoots in high definition the AHDVC02F Cinecam is no exception.
First off, they decided to think out of the box with the pistol grip design, rather than the traditional horizontal design. This provides the added convenience of putting this camcorder in your pocket on the go. For some, however, the design feels awkward. We love the design, only taking a minute to get used to, and preventing some unnecessary camera shake as seen with horizontal designs.
After we got over the impressive styling we moved onto the hard facts, as that's what matters. It can look good as gold, but if it doesn't perform, we don't write about it.
We were pleasantly surprised with the features this camcorder had to offer. Quality is excellent with the FULL HD 1440 x 1080 video quality capability, 8 MP still lshots, and a 60 Frame Per Second video. It also carries a 2 hour lithium ion battery, which is about average for these type of camcorders.
The only things we didn't like were the smaller SD support, and the PAL support rather than NTSC, or preferably both as most camcorders provide. No biggie for web video fans!
SPECS:
| Product Model | AHDVC02F |
| Product Line | Cinecam |
| Memory Card Support | Secure Digital (SD) Card |
| Image Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Total Camcorder Resolution | 5 Megapixel |
| Recording Formats | HD |
| Digital Zoom | 4x |
| Recording Media | Memory Card |
| Maximum Image Resolution | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum Battery Run Time | 2 Hour |
| Progressive Scan | Yes |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AHDVC02F |
| Video System | NTSC |
| Maximum Frame Rate | 60 fps |
| Manufacturer | Aluratek, Inc |
| Recording Media | Flash Memory |
| Memory Card Support | Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card |
| Package Contents |
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| Screen Size | 3" |
| Interfaces/Ports | 1 x USB |
| Product Name | Cinecam AHDVC02F High Definition Digital Camcorder |
| Battery Rechargeable | Yes |
| Interfaces/Ports | 1 x DC Power In |
| Interfaces/Ports | 1 x Audio/Video Out |
| Standard Warranty | 1 Year |
| Number of Image Sensors | 1 |
| Maximum Video Lines | 1080 |
| Product Type | Digital Camcorder |
| Interfaces/Ports | 1 x HDMI Digital Audio/Video Out |
| Brand Name | Aluratek |
| Video System | PAL |
| Maximum Video Resolution | 1440 x 1080 |
| Battery Include | Yes |
| Display Screen Type | Active Matrix TFT Color LCD |
PROS: comfortable grip and style, high quality shots, many accessories
CONS: No HDMI output, no NTSC default support
At a $150 bucks, you'd be hard pressed to find a better deal with this video quality and features.
US $12.94
