Sony introduces the world’s smallest and lightest HDV 1080i Camcorder to the consumers. As compared to its predecessors, the new 10820i is 26 percent more compact, packed with easy-to-use features, and more affordable. This product has a great visual impact on the users and as promised, it comes with the “wow factor!”

The camcorder shoots four-megapixel still images, stored on an optional Memory Stick PRO Duo media card, for easy transfer between compatible devices. It has a dual record function which allows you to shoot video and simultaneously capture 2.3 megapixel stills in high definition mode and 1.7 mega pixel images in its standard definition mode. In addition to this, the camcorder facilitates to record slow motion video using the model’s smooth slow record function.

The camcorder comes with the HDMI output which offers simple, one-cord connection to display the devices so that you can easily plug it without struggling with multiple cables. It delivers high-definition picture quality and lighting detail on both video and digital still images.

The HDR-HC3 model features a professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens and Sony’s new ClearVid CMOS Sensor technology. This boosts the resolution of the picture and increases the clarity of the pictures. The camcorder is combined with Sony’s Enhanced Imaging Processor and provides new fun-to-use functions.

Sony’s distinctive Easy Handycam button that, when pressed, locks out advanced features on the camcorder, leaving only the buttons essential for recording on the menu.

Other helpful features include Super SteadyShot image stabilization, a built-in microphone for excellent audio quality, an intelligent built-in flash for well-exposed still images, and a supplied InfoLithium P battery for up to 90 minutes of continuous recording.

All in all, a handy camcorder for the photography buffs ranging from amateurs to experts.

Sanyo Xacti HD2 is a pocket-sized 720p high-definition digital camcorder and 7.1 megapixel digital still camera. The camera comes with optimized performance and a new HDMI digital interface.

Its full features:

- 16:9 widescreen format (HD-SHQ / HD-HQ modes)
- Rapid 7.1-megapixel sequential still shooting
- High-quality 48 kHz, 16-bit, stereo AAC-LC sound (MPEG-4 Audio)
- Convenient pop-up flash
- HD/Norm switch for easy video mode changes
- Talking navigation guide for first-time users
- Super Macro shooting down to 1 cm (W) / 1 m (T)
- Self timer (2 seconds / 10 seconds)
- Voice recorder function- Red-eye reduction mode
- Multifunction compact docking/charging station with HDMI, Component,
S-Video/AV output
- High-capacity SANYO rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
- Remote control included
- Exif Print and Print Image Matching III
- PictBridge-capable for PC-Free printing with PictBridge-compatible
printers

Sanyo Xacti HD2 looks great with its stylish blue graphite body. The camera is designed for super fast start-up and shooting. You don’t need any tape to queue up. All you need to do is just open the display and the HD2 will automatically power up. It will be ready to record within 1.7 seconds!

The shooting range of Sanyo Xacti HD2 is wide-angle to telephoto. The camera also features a digital image stabilization that works across the shooting range.

The high-definition camera comes with a highly efficient MPEG-4 technology to create richly detailed (1280 x 720 pixels) videos at the rate of 30 frames per second which is three times more than what is delivered by the conventional video cameras. The 2.2-inch LCD display comes with 210,000 total pixels for crystal clear viewing. The display flips out from the camera and rotates up to 285 degrees on axis for taking great video or still images even in difficult locations.

The HD2’s “Web-SHQ” recording mode is designed specifically to capture video destined for video iPod and other popular MPEG-4 capable personal media players. For optimal playback on such devices, video is captured at a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels and a smooth and natural 30 frames per second.

The very small, handy and light digital video camera is surely worth spending money!