Sharp Mini DV Camcorder Reivew:
Sharp VL-FD1U (page 2)

The Sharp VL-FD1U Mini DV is a cleverly designed camcorder that operates well and is easy to learn and use. For the beginner who might not care about audio problems or minor image problems (or the price), it's a camcorder worth considering. However, the intermediate user who is looking for a cleaner performing unit might consider other camcorder options.

Lens: 10:1 optical, 200:1 digital zoom,
f/1.4-3.0, 30mm diameter
Image sensor: 1/4´ CCD image sensor
Viewfinder: 3.5-inch color LCD
Maximum shutter speed:1/10,000
Focus: auto, manual
White balance: auto, manual
Digital effects: 8 digital picture effects: Sport, Sunlight, Dusk, Party, Sepia, Mosaic, Negative , Slow Shutter
Audio: 12 or 16-bit stereo
Inputs: composite, S-video and FireWire
Outputs: composite, S-video and FireWire
Edit interface: FireWire, RS-232C
Other features: digital stills
Dimensions: 6"(w) x 2 7/32´(h) x 3 19/32´(d)
Weight: 1.28 lbs.
Pause to record: .48 seconds
Power-up to record: 5.16 seconds
Fast-forward/Rewind (60-min. tape):
Fast-forward 2 minutes, 45 seconds.
Rewind 2 minutes, 47 seconds

STRENGTHS

• Compact and lightweight
• Lots of features
• Focus lock

WEAKNESSES

• Grainy image
• Mike picks up motor and operator noise
• Price

SUMMARY

• A good camera but not for the list price.

$1,500
Sharp Electronics Corporation
Sharp Plaza
Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
Phone: 201 529-8200
Fax: 201 529-8425
www.sharp-usa.com

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