Mini DV Camcorder Review: Sharp VL-NZ10U (page 2)
Good Results, Good Camera
As with most camcorders in the Viewcam series, the VL-NZ10U offers ease of use and overall quality. Images and audio came out clear and sharp, and there's room for user growth. The inclusion of exposure control was a nice feature, and the zoom mike worked well. If it weren't for the lack of a mike jack and a good stable way to connect it to a tripod, it would be an outstanding camcorder. Even so, it is still an excellent choice for the on-the-go videographer who shoots without a tripod.
TECH SPECS
Format: Mini DV
Lens: 10:1 optical 300:1 digital zoom, f/1.8, fl 3.6-36mm, 27mm filter diameter
Image Sensor: 1/4-inch CCD (680,000 pixels)
Viewfinder: 3-inch color LCD monitor
Focus: auto, manual
Image Stabilization: digital
Maximum Shutter Speed: 1/10,000 sec.
Exposure: auto, manual
White Balance: auto, manual
Digital Effects: 10
Audio: 12- or 16-bit stereo
Inputs: IEEE 1394, S-video, RCA A/V
Outputs: IEEE 1394, S-video, RCA A/V,
headphone
Edit Interface: IEEE 1394
Other Features: 8MB SD Memory Card for stills, zoom microphone
Dimensions: 2 3/4 (w) x 3 3/8 (h) x 2 5/16 (d) inches
Weight (sans tape and battery): 1 lb. 0.3 oz.
STRENGTHS
- Zoom mike
- Bright LCD
- Headphone jack
WEAKNESSES
- Requires flimsy tripod adapter
- No microphone jack
SUMMARY
- An excellent choice for the casual, on-the-go videographer who shoots hand-held.
$1,200
Sharp Electronics
Sharp Plaza
Mahwah, NJ 07656
(800) BE-SHARP
www.sharp-usa.com
