Sanyo Launches Underwater Full HD Camcorder

Sanyo North America introduces a new waterproof Full HD (1920 x 1080) Dual Camera Xacti, model VPC-CA102YL, for active lifestyles.  The Dual Camera can be used to record over 480 minutes of 1080 Full HD video on a single 64GB SDXC memory card and 14MP photos from a depth of ten feet underwater. The camera will be available for purchase in August with an MSRP of $349.99.

Files can be saved to SD, SDHC or ultra-high capacity SDXC (up to 2Tb) memory cards. Also, there are multiple video and photo modes for flexibility in memory use. The battery will allow approximately 60 minutes of continuous filming time in Full HD mode.

Features include:

• Full-HD videos, 1080 60i (1920 x 1080 pixels)
• 14MP photos
• Waterproof (can be used in water up to 10 ft depth)
• Compact, vertical form factor
• CMOS sensor (14.4MP)
• 38 mm wide-angle lens
• 5x optical zoom, 12x double-range zoom
• Compatible with SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory cards
• Wireless data transfer via Eye-Fi SD cards
• 2.7-inch TFT LCD display (can be turned 285 degrees)
• "Face Chaser" and "Target a Color" functions
• Mini-HDMI port
• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
• Rechargeable via USB port
• Stylish yellow body with gray accents
• Size: 3.37 x 1.47 x 4.34 inches (WxDxH)
• Weight: approx. 5.5 ounces