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- Dual Camera waterproof up to 3 meters (10 feet)
- 30x optical zoom
- 2 Megapixel photos and 720p high-definition video
- 2 Megapixel sequential shooting (13fps)
- Feaures include: face chaser technology and noise reduction
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With a conventional digital camera or camcorder, many users are understandably reluctant to film or shoot in the rain or other wet environments, for the obvious fear of causing water damage to the camera. The VPC-WH1, however, has earned the highest possible IEC 60529 waterproof rating—IPX8—allowing users to capture high-definition (1280 x 720-pixel) 30 fps footage without worrying about the effects of water or snow. The VPC-WH1 is operable down to a water depth of 3 meters (10 feet). With SANYO’s advanced waterproofing technology, this camera can be used without thinking twice in the rain;for marine sports such as surfing or snorkeling;or for winter sports such as skiing or snowboarding*. The VPC-WH1 keeps up with active lifestyles, expanding the scope of shooting opportunities. It features a 30x optical zoom for superior video-capturing. The waterproof SANYO Xacti VPC-WH1 Dual Camera is usable year-round and is perfect for activities on the go, regardless of whether users are in the city, by the sea, or in the mountains.
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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Colour Name:Yellow
Put alongside the results from my Panasonic SD-5 camcorder (a definite 5-star product) I can only rate the Sanyo as 4-stars. Viewing screen is smaller, less crisp, and less accurate in colour. Much the same applies to the output when viewed on computer or TV. But hey, the Sanyo is waterproof, which the Panasonic ain't, and I wanted the Sanyo for when I am getting drenching wet when sailing. It's a little smaller than the Panasonic, and thus slightly easier to put in a pocket, altho' to my mind not as easy in the hand. It also has a 30x optical zoom to the Panasonic's 10x, again a plus when sailing, altho' at the top end of the zoom range the results are somewhat soft. I don't like the seemingly rather flimsy door to the card slot and USB and HDMI sockets, and it's a pity there is no tripod bush. The stills at 2 MPixels each are not worth worrying about - if you want waterproof stills get one of the Olympus "tough cameras" like my mui 1030. But the Sanyo is a nice enough camcorder, the ability to drag MP4 files direct to my Mac's screen and see them via Quicktime without needing to import via an editing program is good - and again and above all it's waterproof.
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Colour Name:Yellow
I bought this is a backup to a more expensive (SD admitted) camcorder. It was one of two choices this or the Panasonic SDR SW-21. They are similar in spec I.E. Waterproof to 2+ metres but for me the Sanyo scored on having a better Optical Zoom 30x opposed to 10x, the HD recording (thats 720 not full HD) and biggest plus of all a 3 hour battery life! both are around the £300.00 mark so there were no other big money factors.
First off it's not as feature rich as a lot of other camcorders, such as my old Panasonic NV-DS25. But they're not waterproof and wait a moment how many times have I actually used them? Not many to be honest, the main thing I miss on this Camera is a remote to playback video, but again I don't use this much on my "posh" camera.
So this is a simple camcorder that "does what it says on the tin" it takes video in conditions that I'd never use a conventional camera in, also it's so small it fits my pocket easily all of a sudden bright yellow seems a good choice. Playback is at least as good as I'm used to, in fact slightly better using HD and the real plus is that with a 16GB SD Card and full charge I know i can live with it for a full day and I can confirm it is waterproof, I filmed my fish in my pond on day 1 probably about 1m down. There have been comments on some reviews I've seen that the MP4 files are incompatible with editing software, it doesnt work with Studio 9 but this doesn't support HD so I upgraded to Studio 12 (Ultimate) no problems with seeing video there.
The downsides are minor, the viewfinder is only via the screen, there is no separate eyepiece for filming on those bright sunny days, also no RC for playback. Some have commented on the quality of playback on the view screen but what counts is playback on my TV and this seems fine. Also on day 1 I got it properly wet, on day 2 there was still some moisture around the battery door when I opened it and this seems to have resulted in some condensation inside the lens. This was cured by simply leaving the camera with all hatches open to dry on a table. So all I would do here is add to Sanyo's advice, wash it off with clean water and put it somewhere to dry all doors open, or stick it in a bag with some silica gel packs.
You can use it as a still camera but to be honest I found this anoying, it takes a second or so to process the shot and then it's only 2Mb, but to be fair it will do this while videoing and not stop. As an owner of an 8Mb SLR I don't find this usefull, but then I didn't buy the camera for this feature.
Overall for the money it's a good go anywhere camcorder, it won't get a space in my camera bag, but thats because it'll be in my pocket!
First off it's not as feature rich as a lot of other camcorders, such as my old Panasonic NV-DS25. But they're not waterproof and wait a moment how many times have I actually used them? Not many to be honest, the main thing I miss on this Camera is a remote to playback video, but again I don't use this much on my "posh" camera.
So this is a simple camcorder that "does what it says on the tin" it takes video in conditions that I'd never use a conventional camera in, also it's so small it fits my pocket easily all of a sudden bright yellow seems a good choice. Playback is at least as good as I'm used to, in fact slightly better using HD and the real plus is that with a 16GB SD Card and full charge I know i can live with it for a full day and I can confirm it is waterproof, I filmed my fish in my pond on day 1 probably about 1m down. There have been comments on some reviews I've seen that the MP4 files are incompatible with editing software, it doesnt work with Studio 9 but this doesn't support HD so I upgraded to Studio 12 (Ultimate) no problems with seeing video there.
The downsides are minor, the viewfinder is only via the screen, there is no separate eyepiece for filming on those bright sunny days, also no RC for playback. Some have commented on the quality of playback on the view screen but what counts is playback on my TV and this seems fine. Also on day 1 I got it properly wet, on day 2 there was still some moisture around the battery door when I opened it and this seems to have resulted in some condensation inside the lens. This was cured by simply leaving the camera with all hatches open to dry on a table. So all I would do here is add to Sanyo's advice, wash it off with clean water and put it somewhere to dry all doors open, or stick it in a bag with some silica gel packs.
You can use it as a still camera but to be honest I found this anoying, it takes a second or so to process the shot and then it's only 2Mb, but to be fair it will do this while videoing and not stop. As an owner of an 8Mb SLR I don't find this usefull, but then I didn't buy the camera for this feature.
Overall for the money it's a good go anywhere camcorder, it won't get a space in my camera bag, but thats because it'll be in my pocket!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Colour Name:Yellow
the camera was very good underwater better than i was hopping & not to bad on land but after only 3 times in the water it leaked & burnt out! but i have got some very good underwater footage very good pictures indeed so i will get a new one once i get my money back.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Worth the price
Purchased this product just over a year ago and still works just fine, took it to Floria in late 2010 to use at the waterparks, lightweight so easy to keep hold of on the... Read more
Published 7 months ago by LeeM
Broke after 2 trips.
I wouldn't recommend buying this product. I only used it twice when rafting (not even underwater, and it didnt get splashed) and it has completly stopped working. Read more
Published 8 months ago by chris115
Not worth the risk
This camera is good in many aspects, such as recording OUT of water but when you go in it leaks and fails. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Ben
Not so waterproof
I loved the concept and I took some great shots both on land and under water.
Unfortunately the camera leaked through the battery hatch after just 4 times and the camera burnt... Read more
Unfortunately the camera leaked through the battery hatch after just 4 times and the camera burnt... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Freddan
Sanyo waterproof camera
The camera is a nice size (not too big, not too small) and easy to operate with a perfectly adequate screen size. Read more
Published 17 months ago by noelrymarz
Annoying and frustrating
I purchased this camera with a view to using it initially on a couple of holidays where I knew I would be in the water, seemed like a good idea at the time. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Darren67
Good camera, shame about the picture
I bought this camcorder in 2009, originally excited about the waterproof feature, it is useful to me as i am fanatical about video photography as my family will testify, taking it... Read more
Published 18 months ago by M. P. Merrigan
Sanyo WH1
At first i was very pleased with this camara as it feels strong but not heavy, and nice and easy to use.Long battery life and feels robust. Read more
Published 18 months ago by M. Greatorex
Beware of this camera
I was delighted with this camera as it fulfilled all my needs and produced great images. After just 3 months however, while on holiday in Greece, I was filming in the sea when the... Read more
Published 19 months ago by yiatross
Make sure it's waterproof...
I bought one of these because I have a boat and drowned someone else's camera while chasing some dolphins (yes, here in England...). I also bought the floating strap. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Oldlongdog
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