Variety, as they say, is the spice of life and if you're one of those crazy kids who prefers an upright form factor, then you're sure to enjoy the convenient handling of the Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 (Black) from Sanyo. Big on name, but compact in size, this camcorder fits in your hand naturally and is great for recording action like skateboarding, as well as more low-key situations, such as family gatherings.
Containing a generous 10Mp CMOS sensor for capturing high resolution stills and 1280 x 720p HD footage, the CG10 records to lightweight SD/SDHC memory cards. The combination of this easily transferable media and the MPEG4 AVC/H.264 format makes uploading all your photos and videos to social media sites, and even your iPod, a snap.
Helping you get the perfect shot would be the 3" rotating LCD, Face Chaser technology and the digital image stabilizer. Super-Fast Start-Up and a built-in flash also ensure success. Designed to be easy-to-use and budget-conscious, the CG10 is a great starter cam.
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 10.6 Megapixel 1/2.33" CMOS |
| Lens |
6.8 - 34 mm f/3.5 - 3.7 |
| Zoom |
Optical: 5x Digital: 60x |
| Filter Size | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| Recording Media |
SD/SDHC 32GB Internal Flash Memory 40MB |
| Recording Time |
SD/SDHC 16GB: HD-SHQ: 3 hours, 51 minutes TV-SHQ: 11 hours, 6 minutes Audio Memo: 267 hours |
| Video Format |
High Definition MPEG AVC/H.264 1280 x 720 (30 fps) Standard Definition MPEG AVC/H.264 640 x 480, 640 x 480 (60/30 fps) |
| Still Image Resolution |
JPEG: 12 Megapixel
1
Please Note:12MP interpolated close |
| Audio Format | 2-ChannelStereo |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Display Type | LCD |
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Add-on Lens |
|---|
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | Digital |
| Lux |
16 (Auto mode, 1/30 sec) 4 (High-sensitivity/Lamp mode, 1/15) |
| Built-in Mic | Yes |
| Built-in Speaker | Yes |
| Built-in Light/Flash |
Light - No Flash - Yes |
| Accessory Shoe | None |
| Tripod Mount | 1/4" |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Inputs | None |
| Outputs |
1x USB 2.0 1x A/V |
| Microphone Input | No |
| Headphone Jack | No |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Languages | English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Japanese, Dutch, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Thai |
| System Requirements | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Battery | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack |
| Power Adapter | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 2.8 x 4.4 x 1.5" / 71.12 x 111.76 x 38.10 mm |
| Weight |
6.6 oz / 187.11 g
2
Please Note:with battery close |
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excellent compact hd camcorder
I have bought the CG-10 [...]I HAVE reserched this camcorder and similar items prior to placing my order, so i was very familiar with it's features when i received it. After...Read complete review
I have bought the CG-10 [...]I HAVE reserched this camcorder and similar items prior to placing my order, so i was very familiar with it's features when i received it. After charging the battery it was up and running flawlessly.Here is what i like about this camera: 1. Small, compact size, in attractice stylish shiny black nd design.2. Easy pistol shaped grip, although new to me, grew on me very fast.3. It fits in my pocket, and is up in 1.6 seconds from the moment you flip the view screen.4. Beuatiful bright 3 inches lcd screen, great vibrant colors.5. Easy set up, menu is really intuitive. those who complained about the manual and the difficulty of set up probably have handeled very few electronic pieces in their entire life. if you know how to read and have a basic understanding of photopgrapy, the set up is a breeze. if in doubt, always choose auto mode.6. Battery life is really good for the size. i bought 2 replacement batteries on [...]I placed a 16 GB SDHC MEMORY CARD, A-DATA, (FOR 29.909 FROM [...]). WORKS FLAWLESSLY.8. Zooming is powerful 5 x, and can activate the digital zoom also. not bad at all.9. Easely connects to computer via supplied proprietary usb cable. or you can take out the sd/sdhc card and palce it in the computer memory reader.10. Picture quality in video mode is really amazing, clear and 720 p hd. I connected the camera to my 50 inches screen samsung hdtv plasma, the video quality was amazing,..11. Takes picture, WHILE FILMING TOO, still photo, can go up to 12 mp, I sat mine at 10 mp, the quality is acceptable on general scale.13. Has an attachable protective lens cap, easy to put on/off. I read some people who have complained on how to put it and attach it, it honestly took my 20 seconds or less to get it done. just use your immagination to tie it together.13. Imgae stabilization is above average for the camera,. honestly unless you have parkinson's disease or inflicted with essential tremor, the picture is really stable and does not make you need meclizine for vertigo,.. 14. Easy to use buttons on the back, big enough but not too big. has a small joy stick that makes navigation a breeze. what i dislike: for the price, really nothing. all in all it is an excellent buy,.. i am using it more then my 1080 xacti fd 100. it is all about portability.Hope you found my revieww of this little gem helpfulPallpoul
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Less than I expected
I selected the Xacti over the Flip or clones because I wanted the 5x optical zoom none of the flip-like cameras have.
The quality of the photos and video is acceptable. B...Read complete review
I selected the Xacti over the Flip or clones because I wanted the 5x optical zoom none of the flip-like cameras have.
The quality of the photos and video is acceptable. But some of the features-- not so. Most disappointing, the image on screen is virtually invisible in bright sunlight. I just returned from the beach and had to guess that I was pointing the camera at the object I wanted to shoot. The controls are also less than intuitive. Having used digital cameras for over 10 years and a variety of video camera for 25 years, I shouldn't need to consult the instruction manual so often to simply shoot a video or a snapshot. Several photos I thought I snapped were not there.
Finally, a huge design flaw in the battery charger. Here we have a very lightweight, compact camera. But for the battery charger, Sanyo gives us a small light charger-- and a kludgy six foot AC cord needed to plug it in. I would have expected the charger to have fold out prongs, like my Canon camera charger. Instead, to take the Xacti on a trip, one can't just put the little camera and charger into a small carry pouch. One needs a sizable bag to hold the thick and relatively bulky power cord. If I had known before I ordered, that would have been a deal breaker. What were they thinking????
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
I have this camcorder for about a month, seldom used it. All of a sudden all the buttons stopped working. All!!! Oh, no, sorry. Playback button "works" - recalls all pictures to the screen and nothing after that.
Battery is full, LCD lights up, nothing works. Can't go to settings, can't switch from photo to video, can't shoot, can't move between pics in playback. And B&H doesn't provide any warranty (according to the sale slip).
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Good little Camcorder for the price.paid [$] could not beat the price.
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
Purchased for Christmas gift for my son's family. Easy to use, great picture & sound. Has many options that more high priced camcorders have. [...]
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
My 8 Year Old finds this very easy to use: Its buttons obvious, menus straightforward, and form attractive and cool.
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If you are looking for a low cost high quality camcorder, then this is the one. Even though it is advertised as dual camera, the photo quality is bad and I would probably use only when I do not have my regular photo camera handy. The video quality is 720p with very good color contrast and picture quality and 5x zoom which is decent. I played it on my 1080p sony hd tv and the quality is very very good. Very light weight and easy to carry on day to day tasks or leave it in the bag and you won't notice the weight. The shape is well known for its grip. I used a 4-class and a 6-class sd card and both have equal un-noticeable performance. An extra battery would be good when you are outdoor. The only reason I have given the 4 stars (****) is because, it lacks the image stabilization. I am using the image stabilization software when necessary.
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
Didn't want to invest hundreds of dollars into a digital video camera but wanted something other than my point-and-shoot to take high def. video with. This camera is that. It's compact, easy to use, has a surprising amount of features and settings and had a great price tag. The still images are ok in bright light, but low-light performance is iffy.
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
We have used this product over the Christmas break to build our memory files of a dozen little beautiful grand-children. It has worked out great. The camera has worked flawlessly every time it was picked up to be used. Thank you Sanyo and Merry Christmas!
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THE CAMERA IS GOOD~~~~ FOR THE PRICE SANYO BRAND IS RECOGNIZED ~~~~BATTERY LIFE SHOULD BE LONGER.
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
Use while travelling and when meeting friends and family over the Holidays. So easy to load into my laptop or dhow on Big LCD TV. I was amazed at the quality on a 42 inch TV.
Much better than itema available at prices just below it price rangs.
Very compact and nice in handeling.
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
We wanted a small form factor camcorder to record my son's basketball and soccer games. The 5x zoom is just enough for our needs. Very happier with this camcorder.
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
For the price, this camera has great video and sound. As a teacher in training, I use it to record myself teaching, and it does a good job getting my voice and my students' voices, and the picture quality is good, even at the "blogging" resolution.
My main complaint is that I'd love to plug it into the wall and let it run all day, and that's not possible with this camera -- it only runs on (rechargable) batteries, which only last 70 minutes. So I'm constantly swapping out batteries between classes, which is unfortunate.
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I bought this camcorder just in time for the birth of my son. The best thing about it is its size. You can bring it anywhere without people noticing that you are carrying a camcorder.
The power turns on the moment you unfold the LCD screen and you can start shooting.
The only downside is its performance under low light. Once you start using ISO 400 for videos, noise is already noticeable. But for family use and posting on the web, it doesn't bother me at all.
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I use this camera for capturing live performances in both studio and live club situations.
In clearly lit settings, this camera delivers quality video. Image sharpness decreases in low light but easily compensated with a flood lamp. Audio quality is clear stereo with nearly transparent compression in high volume situations.
Still shots are very clear with crisp resolution. A steady hand or tripod is recommended for low light shots without the flash, but that's par.
An overall excellent camera for web videos, everyday on the fly shooting and low budget movie making with adequate lighting.
Things I would improve: needs a built-in video light and a wider lens.
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
Very happy for the price/performance, i bought 2 extra Sanyo batteries because they won't last long after continuous use, besides i also bought a 16 gB card, so the total package complements nicely
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
I use this for recording all my kids activities: piano, guitar and speech presentations. The sound quality is very good, the picture is much better than my 5 year old DV camcorder. Lots of features help to maximize the results. The file format works well with our Mac computers and iPods. The compact size yet nice LCD monitor are a plus.
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I am not a professional photograph, but I like recording my life, and this piece just offers me a best present.
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I bought this camera after a fair degree of research and was fully aware of reviewer feedback on this product. Camera is well priced for good quality video with a 5x optical zoom.
Seeing how quickly technology has been speeding along, I did not feel that spending hundreds on a video camera makes sense.
With this camera you can have good HD quality video today and still have money to spare for the next generation of video camera in a couple of years.
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
Sure it's a little slow, and the menu settings are at times inconveniently buried, but it's only [$]. I love it's size, audio, and video quality. I wish it had... everything a $3,000 cam has, but it doesn't because it's [$] and worth every penny. I choose to save my $$, get it and see if it would do what I needed. Macro focus is great too.
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
i bought this camera camcorder and i'm in love with it,my son has one also and we do video all the time now in HD,you want go wrong with this one.
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Comments about Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti 720p HD VPC-CG10 Camcorder (Black):
Great value for the price range and level of product.
Video and picture quality is well worth the price range and ease of use with the perfect amount of features.
Wish the camera came with a bag or storage device of some sort, even an inexpensive one.
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