Xacti HD2 camcorder

Sanyo updated its signature Xacti camcorder at the CES trade show in Las Vegas with the launch of its Xacti HD2. Still the smallest and lightest HD camera, according to its creator, the HD2 gains a sharper 7.1-megapixel sensor that can rapidly capture still photos at its native resolution as well as record widescreen 720p video in MPEG-4 format. The sensor is also tuned for better light sensitivity, offering 76 percent more receptiveness than its HD1 ancestor, according to Electronista. The Xacti includes support for higher-capacity SDHC cards, enabling users with an 8GB card to capture almost three hours of 720p footage. The camcorder also adds HDMI functionality to the docking station, relaying both audio and video to a TV through a single cable. Built-in image stabilization and editing tools help correct images as well. Sanyo intends to ship the HD2 in March for $700.

by MacNN Staff