Aiptek A-HD Pro 1080P High Definition Camcorder (Silver) | 
| Brand: Aiptek
Category: Photography
List Price: $199.99
Buy New: $120.00
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Seller: saletag
Rating:  22 reviews
Sales Rank: 14600
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Optical Zoom: 3
Display Size: 2.4
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 2.8 x 1.3 x 4
MPN: A-HD Pro
Model: A-HD Pro
UPC: 653886020831
EAN: 0653886020831
ASIN: B001H0GGYG
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 1080P High Definition Video | | • | 30 frames per second at 1080P with advanced H.264 technology | | • | 5MP CMOS sensor and still image resolution of 8 MP | | • | 128MB of Built in storage and SD card slot that takes up to 32GB card | | • | 2-Inch Macro Zoom for close up images |
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Product Description
The Aiptek A-HD Pro performs 1080P high definition video quality to provide a whole new high quality DV experience. One-touch recording allows you to capture stunning HD (1440 x 1080 - 16:9 aspect ratio) video clips at 30 frames per second with advanced H.264 technology and a 3X optical zoom. Capture stunning HD 720P (1280 x 720) video at 60 frames per second. Perfect for any sporting events! Playback on your HD-TV, Standard TV, and your PC or Mac! The A-HD Pro is equipped with 5 mega pixel CMOS sensor, the still image resolution is enhanced to 8 mega pixels. Auto-Focus helps you get the best pictures every time! This camera is ready to record right out of the box with an incredible 128MB of built-in storage space. Your media storage solution, allowing you to easily load your favorite MP3 files and playback the music directly or enjoy stereo quality music via the headset! The 270 degree swivel-reversible 2.4" TFT Color LCD Display swivels allows review and playback of your HD video clips and hi-res pictures in real time. No need to waste time and money replacing batteries, the A-HD Pro can be conveniently charged via a USB cable when connected to your PC, or use the AC Charger cable included with the camera. Also features an HDTV component output port for display your high definition video clips and pictures, sharing them with friends and family and a removable hard disk and SD/MMC Card Reader for expansion of storage capacity by an additional 32GB of SD card storage. System Requirements: Microsoft Windows XP SP2, or above, Macintosh 10.4, or above, Pentium 4 - 2.8GHz or above, Direct X 9.0c or above, 1GB of System RAM (2GB Recommended), Video Card with 128MB of RAM (256MB Recommended), 4X Speed CD-ROM or higher, available USB Port, Quick Time 7.0 or above. Package Contents: A-HD Pro Camcorder, Lithium Ion Battery, AC Charger Cable, USB Cable, Component Cable, AV Cable, Wrist Strap, Compact Alloy Tripod, Remote Control, Camcorder Pouch, User's Guide.
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 It has problems... June 6, 2010
Jane Dough (Ohio)
This is a very good little camera as long as you are taking outdoor video!!! Indoors (even with lights on) the picture looks black and white, or completely dark. But if you are taking outdoor video it truly does look HD with fantastic picture quality. The auto focus is slow, and sometimes gives me a headache watching playback because it takes a moment to focus whenever the camera is slightly moved.
The BIGGEST problem that I had with this camera is that it is not compatible with any DVD Burning program that is on my computer. (Windows Movie Maker, etc.) I bought this camera to burn the movies to DVDs and watch on my DVD player. And this is extremely difficult. They do give you a program to upload onto your computer for this, but it is VERY HARD to get the hang of, and I really don't know how anyone who isn't extremely computer savvy would be able to figure it out. Anyway, it takes good video in the daylight.
OK for low-end camcorder May 17, 2010
H. Smith
Cons:
I had to return the one I received due to the battery not powering up the unit. The battery was supposed to be able to be charged inside the unit, but there was a failure of some kind in that as well. The video I was able to take was on the grainy side (indoors: maybe not enough light).
Pros:
When I called Aiptek support to discuss the battery issue, I talked to someone in CA (and they spoke excellent English). After a few checks we decided that it definitely was the battery. Anyway, very satisfied with Aiptek's support. And the unit did seem to operate correctly when it was plugged into a 110 AC power outlet.
Other thoughts:
Had the battery worked, I would have kept the unit. Also, since the time I purchased it, my camcorder budget is 4 to 5 times larger (have a middle of the middle unit ordered). All in all I believe the Aiptek A-HD Pro 1080p is a good camcorder for under $150 (aside from the battery issue I had).
HD camcorder on a budget April 16, 2010
C. Gonzalez (Scottsbluff, NE)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/RB6UXJ4XHUXIL Overall, a very nice camera that's easy to use. Love the picture quality, the size of the camera, and it's SD slot. I suggest you use a class 6 card of at least 4gb. I have an 8gb card and it holds approximately 3+ hours of 720p 60fps footage. The stills are beautiful and you have the option of shooting stills in 3/5/8mp.
The only thing I don't like is the fact that it saves videos in .mov files. Another reviewer had stated that simply changing the file name would work, but it didn't work for me and I had to do the time consuming task of converting the file on my PC. However, on my husband's Mac, the camera is completely plug & play and I was able to make a movie on iMovie. I wasn't able to upload the movie in HD to YouTube for some reason when I used iMovie. Also, if you just decide to upload a movie straight to YouTube from your camera without editing it, you can upload directly to YouTube without conversion and then once it's processed, you can download the file from YouTube in an mp4 format. So, essentially, your using YouTube to convert the file for you. Indoor filming is less than desired (as it is with most pocket camcorders), but there is a "night shot" mode which helps out a bit. In my personal opinion, shooting in 720p 60fps is just as great a video quality as 1080p and my personal favorite. My camera came with the extended life battery and so it lasts for over 2 hours which is really nice and I love that it's rechargeable. Another con: There's no lens cover, but I read somewhere about rigging one up with the ring on the top of a one gallon jug (??). I may give it a try.
For the price, you really can't expect too much, but overall, this is a pretty slick little budget HD camcorder.
This video was shot with 720p 60fps under normal conditions with no wind and no external mic.
 Best Video Camera for $150 Simple to use. April 1, 2010
Edmund W. Cheung (Playa Del Rey, CA USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Truly HD camera that shoots 1080p at 30fps or 720p at 60fps. Great action shots and very sharp for outdoor bright light settings. I have 2 other Camcorders that I have given aways since I got this camera over 1 year ago. Mild downside is that you do need good lighting.
YOU CAN NOT beat the price $150. Even 1 year later when looking at all the other Video Cameras out there, this camera is still the best. I almost purchased a Flip Video HD instead of this one, but I am SOOOO glad I kept this one instead because the full 1080p is great and the Removable SD card is a must.
Pros:
$150 come on this is a steal for this HD technology
Works perfectly with Imovie
1080p at 30fps (great detail) or 720p at 60fps (great action shots).
Durable and solid feeling.
Easy to use.
Standard SD card (does not really need the higher class cards to record well).
Decent to very good photos.
Cons:
Basic features
Weaker Flash (ok for photos - does not work well with video).
Needs Higher Lighting
Lens Focus is slightly narrowed (need to stand slightly farther for same view).
Video needs to be loaded on computer or SD Video adaptor to view in true HD.
Cords accompaning Camera are in 480p
HOWEVER, the images and video are TRUE SHARP HD.
People can complain that this is not the best camera and it lacks features or the light level needed should be more. However, WHAT DO YOU WANT FOR $150????? This truly is the best Video Camera out there for the Price and simplicity. Much better than Flip Video.
Excellent Media Quality March 17, 2010
A. Baptiste (Newark, NJ USA)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Excellent video and image quality. Nothing more to say about that. The only problem I have is with the housing. It scratches too easily and there is no lens cap. That really got me riled. However, at the price it is going for, it's worth it. Just give it a little care. Mac users rejoice! Just plug and play!
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