World's smallest and lightest High-Def Digital Video Camera takes 7.1-Megapixel still images too

The HD2 features a generous and highly efficient 10x optical zoom lens. Built from 12 elements designed in 9 groups and with a built-in neutral density filter, the 10x zoom lens has a maximum aperture of f/3.5 in both wide and telephoto angles, allowing for clear images in lower light situations. Combined with a 10x digital zoom capability, the HD2 is capable of a total 100x zoom.

The HD2 features a large Sanyo-developed 2.2-inch LCD display with 210,000 total pixels for exceptionally 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 can record 7.1-megapixel still images in addition to 720p video clips. It can even snap a still image while recording high-definition (1280 x 720-pixel) digital video with a simple press of the shutter button during the shooting of a video clip.

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.

A selectable 16:9 shooting mode allows users to capture stills in the same widescreen format as their high-definition videos for eye-catching viewing on a 16:9 television screen.

The HD2 offers enhanced video editing functions, enabling quick A>B deletions and easy combining of video clips. In-camera editing makes it easy to remove unwanted material and helps conserve memory card space.

Lightweight at only 8.3 ounces (including battery and a standard SD memory card), the HD2 measures 3.1. W x 4.7. H x 1.4. D. Other SANYO Xacti HD2 features include:

- 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

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