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Aiptek Pencam TRIO HD

alaTest has collected and analyzed 78 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the portability and build quality. The zoom and value for money also get good opinions, but opinions are divided on the design. Some have doubts about the battery and color.

usability, value for money, zoom, build quality, portability

image quality, features, color, battery

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Aiptek Pencam TRIO HD is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

Review analysis

(Based on 78 reviews)

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Aiptek Pencam Trio HD

 

The Trio HD is so named because of the number of features incorporated into its compact body

While the Trio is portable and easy-to-use, its appeal is diminished by its limited performance.

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Amazon review summary for the Aiptek Pencam TRIO HD

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 28 user reviews of the Aiptek Pencam TRIO HD 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 Camcorders on Amazon.com.

value for money, usability, portability, image quality, build quality

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11% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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The software has a mind of its own

 

The software has a mind of its own

Since this is a pen sized camcorder, I wasn't expecting a great picture, and I was right, it's grainy. The audio is good, the size is a plus, it fits easily in a pocket or purse and weighs very little. I remember when bringing a camcorder along could...

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Good buy at reduced price

 

This camera was purchased for the use of my young son, who really wanted a camcorder. At its original full price, it seems like madness to buy this product. There are many other more useful cameras on the marketfor less than this. But, at a price point...

This camera was purchased for the use of my young son, who really wanted a camcorder. At its original full price, it seems like madness to buy this product. There are many other more useful cameras on the marketfor less than this. But, at a price point...

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Good buy at reduced price

 

Good buy at reduced price

This camera was purchased for the use of my young son, who really wanted a camcorder. At its original full price, it seems like madness to buy this product. There are many other more useful cameras on the marketfor less than this. But, at a price point...

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A novelty item, not a camera...unfortunately.

 

A novelty item, not a camera...unfortunately.

I'm a fulltime travel writer and constantly need to be snapping quick shots of things I see on the road. I travel with a big camera too, but having something small in my pocket that's ready to go when I need it is vital, and I was genuinely excited to...

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ok. for the price and size

 

ok. for the price and size

If you are trying to use this device as a dvr, don't! as it does not have a "video AV-in" like the other Aipteks.

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Not bad for the price I paid for.

 

I bought this a few weeks back. Amazon had them on sale for $43 which I thought was a steal at that price for what it can do. It's pretty basic, just takes HD video, 5 MP still pics and MP3 player. Not much as far as modifying settings, all the...

I bought this a few weeks back. Amazon had them on sale for $43 which I thought was a steal at that price for what it can do. It's pretty basic, just takes HD video, 5 MP still pics and MP3 player. Not much as far as modifying settings, all the...

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Not bad for the price I paid for.

 

Not bad for the price I paid for.

I bought this a few weeks back. Amazon had them on sale for $43 which I thought was a steal at that price for what it can do. It's pretty basic, just takes HD video, 5 MP still pics and MP3 player. Not much as far as modifying settings, all the...

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PenCam

 

PenCam

Works better than I thought it would. Main problem I have is that the software that came with if is on a mini disc which will not work in a Mac.

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Product Specifications

Configuration

3 Chip Technic: No
Autofocus: No
Built-in Flash: No
Changeable Lens: No
Chip Type:CMOS
Image Stabiliser: No
Sensor Size:1/2.5''
View Finder Type:LCD Monitor

Connectivity

Bluetooth: No
Digital Input: Yes
Firewire IEEE-1394 Interface: No
HDMI: Yes
HDMI Interface: Yes
HDMI PORT: Yes
PictBridge: No
USB: Yes
USB Interface: Yes
WiFi Connectivity: No
Wireless Interface: No

General Features

3D: No
Bridge Camera: No
Chip Type:CMOS
Format:Flash Memory
Handheld Position:Candy Bar / CHOCOLATEBAR
Product Type:Pocket Camcorder
Resolution:High Definition
Sensor Size:1/2.5''
SLR / Compact:Compact Camera
Type:Pocket Camcorder

Memory

Compact Flash Card: No
Memory Stick / Memory Stick Pro: No
Memory Stick Duo / Duo Pro: No
Memory Type:Internal
Micro Drive: No
Multimedia Card: No
SDXC Card: No
Secure Digital Card: No
Secure Digital High Capacity Card: No
XD Card: No

Recording

Aperture Priority: No
Face Detection Mode: No
Movie / Voice Recording:Movie + Voice
RAW Format: No
Recording Format:4:3
Serial Shot Mode: No
Shutter Priority: No
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