New digital camcorder, due to be available later this month, combines the functions of a camcorder, digital camera, MP3 player, voice recorder and PC camera.
DXG USA, a maker of digital cameras, yesterday announced a new five-in-one hybrid digital camcorder. The DXG-506V, which the company says is already “heavily pre-orderedâ€, will be available later this month.
The DXG-506V, according to DXG USA, combines a MPEG-4 video camcorder, 5.1-megapixel digital still camera, MP3 player, voice recorder and PC camera into a device about the size of a bar of soap. This camcorder is the successor to the company’s 305V and sports a much larger 5.1 megapixel sensor, a larger LCD screen, the ability to take full-motion VGA (640×480) video and the ability to record in AVI, MOV and ASF formats.
Other features of the new DXG-506V include an expandable SD card slot for up to two hours of video recording with a 2GB SD card, 12 white balance settings and 4 still image settings (1MP, 3MP, 5MP, and 12MP using firmware interpolation), 32MB of onboard memory and USB 2.0 support.
“The DXG-506V addresses one of the hottest imaging trends right now, which is having a single device that captures full-motion video as well as high-resolution photos,” said Jeff Hansen, Director of Marketing for DXG USA, in a statement. “And unlike MiniDV camcorders, the DXG-506V makes it incredibly easy to transfer video files to a computer for emailing or editing by simply removing the SD card and inserting it into a computer. Couple that ease-of-use with a design small enough to fit it in the back pocket of your jeans, and you can understand why this camera is attracting so much interest.”
















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RSSI REALLY LIKE THIS CAMERA I HAVE HAD SINCE IT CAME OUT ,IT DOSE EVERYTHING I TAKE IT WITH ME EVERYWHERE, I TAPE AUDIO FROM MY CAR RADIO AND SONGS FROM MY CHURCH. IT IS THE BEST CAMERA
IAM A TAPEAHOLIC IT DOSE EVERYTHING FOR ME.
if u can help me, email me at
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PLEASE HELP ME!
and what sites to look for,
A tripod mount can be added like this one:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/safoocat/2049998851/i...
that I made for my vistaquest vq1005, basically a piece of wood with a nut in it having the same thread as a tripod.
It will be more challenging to mount on the 506v but it can be done I'm sure.
I'm really bummed out I got so ripped.
Thankx a bunch.
I am blonde, but I swear the batteries are in correctly. I just want to take pics of my beautiful baby girl to send to my family back home and I can't even get the damn thing to turn on. I can't even get to the point of having the same problems everyone else is having yet!
GRRRR!
Any thoughts, anyone??
Any problems that
-i use my wii memory card from sandisk
But the DXG website lists the DXG-505V, not the 506, even though the 506 is more than a year old.
What's the deal? Was there ever really a 505? Are your problems with this worked out?
I mostly need to make stills indoors, if that matters to your comments.
Thanks.
Mary
u dont need all the software. just install the driver and it will work. after u install the driver all u need to do is plug in the usb cable and turn on the camera. you'll then see a small menu on the cameras screen. the choices are Mass Storage, DPS and PC Camera. leave it on Mass Storage and press in the black dial to select that option. u should hear a beep or some kind of noise from your computer letting u know it acknowledged the camera. now if the folder for your camera doesn't open automatically then click on My Computer and u should see an icon for the camera as if it was an external hard drive. it will say NO_NAME (E:). it might have a different drive letter. here's how it looks on my computer http://img175.imageshack.us/img175/9186/untitledha... just click on that and drag and drop or copy and paste things from there to other folders on your computer. i use cut and paste cause if u use copy and paste the pics and videos will still be on the camera. if u cut and paste it removes them from the camera and frees up space. u can even store programs on it if u want. just copy and paste, cut and paste or drag and drop things to and from the camera.
amanda
someone please help a guy out!
can any 1 help?
need help.
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Lightning Symbol means Flash is ON. With Red around it, Flash is OFF. With Hand under it means: Picture might get blurred due to shaking.
Also, to correct BETH’s post, you CAN NOT used a tripod with this camcorder. It does not have a Tripod Mount. Therefore, don’t even count on getting steady shots unless you let it sit on a flat table or something.
This camera is underrated for a reason: it’s cheap.
Here are some samples for those who are unsure if this camera is worth it:
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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v449/4ever_sweet...
As for Video Quality, you can't expect much from an SD reader. But nonetheless, not too bad. If you want good quality videos, just get a regular camcorder. This is more of a record-at-the-moment.
Transferring to the PC, picture/video/voice record are fine.
The only thing I haven't tried yet, is the webcam.
If this camera should be recommended? I would say YES to Teens and below, NO to adults.
Would appreciate any comments.
Can you help me on this problem.
Do you have any contact no: that i can call, and assist me on this problem.
Thanks
I found it for $108.00 and was thinking of buying it but I've been reading bad things.
Has everyone solved their problems?
Lisa - VanWig78@aol.com
I can't seem to locate anything on Flash mode
in the manual, I'm at my wits ends Please help
no flash in New York,
I can be reach at 212-632-5240 or by e-mail
CAN ANYONE PLEASE HELP ME!!!
Thanks