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Vado HD 3rd-Gen
$180.00
Released December, 2009
The Pros:Records video and still images in 720p high definition resolution. Attractive quality aesthetic. Available in 5 colours.
The Cons:No optical zoom. Relatively unchanged from the previous generation offering. No support for external flash storage expansion.
The Vado HD 3rd-Gen is a digital pocket camcorder released in December 2009 as a successor to the HD 2nd-Gen. Although most of the specifications — such as 720p video capture, a 2x digital zoom, and RCA/HDMI outputs for connecting to a composite- or HDMI-compatible television set — remain the same, Creative has guaranteed improved low/bright-light video recording with manual exposure adjustments; an enhanced motion detection mode that records as soon as any motion is detected; support for an external microphone and headphone; and the option to capture still photos.
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Surprisingly, the 3rd-Gen Vado does however boast a drop in storage capacity from 8GB to 4GB. Included also is Vado Central 3.0, a proprietary software that allows users to playback, edit, and take snapshots of their videos.
Features
- Digital Pocket Camcorder
- 720p Video Recording
- 720p Still Capture
- 2x Digital Zoom
- RCA/HDMI Outputs
- Manual Exposure Adjustments
- Motion Detection Mode
- External Stereo Microphone (supported)
- External Headphone Set (supported)
- Vado Central 3.0 Software
Specifications
- Memory: 4GB
- Sensor: HD CMOS (1280x720)
- Video Resolution: HD (1280x720p); VGA (640x480)
- Low Light Performance: Sensitivity @ 3.3V/lux-sec
- LCD: 2” (640x240)
- Zoom: 2x Digital Zoom
- Capacity: 1 hour (HD+); 2 hours (HD); 4 hours (VGA)
- Digital Format: MP4 (H.264, AAC)
- Frame Rate: 30fps
- Speaker/Mic: Built-In
- TV-Out: RCA, HDMI
- Exposure Adjustment: Auto/Manual
- Picture Resolution: HD Still Image @ 1280x720
- Picture Format: JPEG
- PC Connection: USB
- Battery Life: 2 hours
- Compatibility(Win): Windows XP, Vista, 7
- Compatibility(Mac): OS X 10.4+
Included Accessories
- Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
- HDMI Cable
- USB Extension Cable
- Quick Start Guide
User Reviews (3)
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records video and still images in 720p high definition resolution
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attractive quality aesthetic
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new motion detection mode
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support for an external stereo microphone
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improved low light performance
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HDMI output (includes cable)
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cheaper than the previous generation
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A lot more features in Vado Central control panel than in the first generation.
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Creative has a presence on Youtube for sample videos and tech support.
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Still camera function added to original generation. No need to buy a separate still camera.
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relatively unchanged from the previous generation offering
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no support for external flash storage expansion
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no optical image stabilization - every hand jerk is painfully reproduced
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half the internal capacity of the previous generation product (4GB down from 8GB)
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Community website (myvado.com) requires a product serial number (a sticker on the external box) to register the camera or even to ask Customer Service an email question. DON'T throw out the outer box!
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Slick outer casing makes it easy to drop the camera.
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