
Sanyo Waterproof Xacti E2 - Quick Review
4 months ago
I will be comparing the Sanyo Xacti E2 video quality to my current digital photo camera, a Canon S3 IS.
Let's see how this newly released Xacti waterproof hybrid camera (priced at around $400) compete with my Canon S3 IS (that I got a year ago for $300)
Pros
- Lightweight
- well built - does not feel cheap at all
- H.264 compression allow very small video size
- silent zooming
- Waterproof
- Can be use as a webcam
- will do 640x480 @ 60fps (perfect for slow motion)
Cons
- Terrible Image stabilization
- Focus is unreliable (therefore using manual focus is a must for macro shot)
- Even the Highest recording quality has a loss in detail
- My 1 year old Canon S3 IS performed better overall and cost me $100 less; on the other hand, S3 IS does produce enormous video file size :-)
Here is a Video Review of the E1, very similar to this model: freevlog.org/index.php/2007/07/10/testing-testing-sanyo-xacti-waterproof-e1-review/
Let's see how this newly released Xacti waterproof hybrid camera (priced at around $400) compete with my Canon S3 IS (that I got a year ago for $300)
Pros
- Lightweight
- well built - does not feel cheap at all
- H.264 compression allow very small video size
- silent zooming
- Waterproof
- Can be use as a webcam
- will do 640x480 @ 60fps (perfect for slow motion)
Cons
- Terrible Image stabilization
- Focus is unreliable (therefore using manual focus is a must for macro shot)
- Even the Highest recording quality has a loss in detail
- My 1 year old Canon S3 IS performed better overall and cost me $100 less; on the other hand, S3 IS does produce enormous video file size :-)
Here is a Video Review of the E1, very similar to this model: freevlog.org/index.php/2007/07/10/testing-testing-sanyo-xacti-waterproof-e1-review/
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Check out the panasonic FX-500
I may even buy one if it has good optics.
Take an SD card with you and go to a camera store... insert it take lots of videos in the store and outside as well. Take the card home and see it how it looks on your computer. It's a good test before you buy anything.
Were did you obtain this camcorder? I know it was released in Japan and I was hoping yours had English displays.
I understand the shortcomings of the camcorder but I am interested in it due to it's size.
I would really appreciate any guidance you can offer.
Thank you for taking the time to do this review...
got it from Dell.ca on sale at $360 i think, I return it after 2 days, full refund no question asked, Dell rocks !!!
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Bye!