Sanyo VPC-E2 Review

Does anyone remember those classic documentary television programs of the 1970s? When they would venture underwater, some of the film footage was odd to say the least. The reason for this is they were limited to using old 16mm film cameras that were encased in plastic bubbles. Mercifully, we have come a long way and now there is the Sanyo VPC-E2.

This Sanyo Xacti camcorder is one of the most stunning underwater camcorders in the electronics field. It is the perfect underwater digital camcorder for the active and sports minded individual. Those that enjoy venturing down into the deep blue sea will certainly find this particular camera to be the perfect dive camera for recording all the sights that the ocean has to offer.

Other Important Features

This camera has numerous features that make it stand out from similar camcorders on the market. It is capable of going underwater up to a depth of five feet; however, many users of this camera have acquired excellent results from taking this camera to a depth greater than five feet. Unfortunately, this camera only has a maximum recording time of up to thirty minutes. As such if you are using this camera during your adventures, it is necessary for you to transfer the video to a computer as often as you can. Despite this limitation, this camera is capable of storing a large number of still frame photographs.  So if you are unable to record any more video, you can most certainly take pictures with your camcorder.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Of course, this camcorder is completely waterproof and comes with a 5x optical zoom. This means you do not always have to get up close and personal with your subject matter. Sometimes, that can be a good thing! The Sanyo Xacti camcorder also comes with a 2.5 inch LCD display that is absolutely crystal clear. This is also a very lightweight camera that is perfect for those who do not want to lug a heavy camera on their adventures. The camera is easy to use and merely involves following what is on the onscreen display and hitting the record function. However, there have been a few consumer concerns regarding the visual display.

Namely, consumers have been a little more than concerned with the camera's electronic image stabilization. The reason for this is that the image is sometimes cropped which leads to some complaints about the captured image being less than what one would prefer to see. Similarly, there are some slight complaints in regards to the audio of the camera. It is not as sharp or as clear as some would prefer. Granted, despite some of the flaws present with the camera, it is still an excellent device that has many positive benefits despite the minor flaws.

The price of this Sanyo Xacti camcorder is a fair one as well. At under 0, this is quite affordable for those who need a basic underwater camcorder that can provide uncomplicated shooting with a minimal of effort. That alone makes this the perfect camcorder for those who enjoy shooting. Whether you want to take underwater video or still photos, the Sanyo VPC-E2 is an excellent device. It delivers on all its expectations in a simple to use and affordable package. Really, could you ask for a better deal?