Aiptek HD-1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 29 reviews from magazines and websites. Opinions about the memory and image quality are on the whole positive. The value for money and usability also get good views. Some have doubts about the features, and there are some mixed comments about the battery and zoom.

design, usability, value for money, image quality, memory

features

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Aiptek HD-1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 76/100 = Good quality.

Review analysis

(Based on 29 reviews)

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Amazon review summary for the Aiptek HD-1

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 17 user reviews of the Aiptek HD-1 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

design, portability, value for money

features, battery

24% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Out of focus

 

I have written to tech support many times about the quality of the video that this camera produces. I have come to the conclusion that the camera needs a manual focus ring (something it does not have). Without it, there is no way it can take a decent...

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You could do worse

 

If you're in the market for $100 HD video camera then you'll get your $100 worth with this camera. The Good: Makes a good HD video It's small and convenient to carry around in a pocket The Bad: Still picture quality sucks Zooming in/out is not smooth...

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You could do worse

 

If you're in the market for $100 HD video camera then you'll get your $100 worth with this camera.

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Not the best but better.

 

ok, I have only had this cam for about 2-3 hours and I already have some issues with it.

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Not the best but better.

 

ok, I have only had this cam for about 2-3 hours and I already have some issues with it. First, every mode you put it in is completely gritty. I have seen a lot of HD camera's before and this has be the most gritty. Two, In every mode the lighting is...

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great camera!

 

it's a great little camera, the video and sound campture on this thing is really good for the price your paying, for home videos or school projects :)

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Completely best!!

 

Finally I got my camera, this camcorder is very usefull, is all I want, is simple to use and can be used on any occasion, at home and outdoors, has certain limitations for the duration of the battery

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Good portable camcorder, bad photo camera, battery stinks.

 

In my past life I've been a professional in the video and film industries. This camera isn't meant for any type of professional video work. It works well for 2 kinds of camera users... people who want to shoot video at family events and trips; and...

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Good portable camcorder, bad photo camera, battery stinks.

 

Good portable camcorder, bad photo camera, battery stinks.

In my past life I've been a professional in the video and film industries. This camera isn't meant for any type of professional video work. It works well for 2 kinds of camera users... people who want to shoot video at family events and trips; and...

Product Specifications

The HD-1 performs 720p high definition video quality to provide a whole new high quality DV experience. One-touch recording allows you to capture stunning HD (1280 x 720 - 16:9 aspect ratio) video clips at 30 frames per second with advanced H.264 technology. Capture stunning HD (848 x 480) video at 60 frames per second. Perfect for any sporting events! Playback on your HD-TV, standard TV, and your PC or Mac! Equipped with 5-megapixel CMOS sensor, the still image resolution of the HD-1 is enhanced to 8-megapixel. Auto-Focus helps you get the best pictures every time!

Audio Input

Type:Microphone

Battery

Battery Form Factor:Manufacturer specific
Manufacturer Battery Name:Aiptek NP-60

Camcorder Features

High Definition Video Support:720p
Widescreen Video Capture: Yes

Camera Flash

Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Type:Built-in flash

Digital Camera

Supported Flash Memory:MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card

Display (Projector)

Diagonal Size:2.4in
Diagonal Size (metric):6.1cm
Display Form Factor:Rotating (270
Technology:TFT active matrix
Type:LCD display

Flash Memory

Form Factor:Integrated
Storage Capacity:1GB

Header

Manufacturer:AIPTEK
Model:HD-1
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Aiptek

Lens System

Type:Lens

Miscellaneous

Microsoft Certification:Certified for Windows Vista

Optical Sensor

Camcorder Sensor Resolution:5Mpix
Optical Sensor Type:CMOS
Sensor Qty:1CMOS

Storage Floppy Drive

Type: None

Video Input

Digital Video Format:H.264
Digital Zoom:4
Media Type:Flash card
Shooting Modes:Digital photo mode
Special Effects:Black & White / Classic
Still Image Format:JPEG
Type:Camcorder

Viewfinder

Viewfinder Type: None
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