Sanyo VPC-HD1000 Reviews

alaTest has collected and analyzed 230 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the control panel. The color also impresses, but many are less positive about the viewfinder.

Control panel, Color, Design, Battery

Viewfinder, Connectivity, Interface

Experts rate this product 68/100 and users 81/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders, the Sanyo VPC-HD1000 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

Hands down, the HD 1000 gets its highest marks for coolness. Whip it out at the next family reunion and envy will fill the air. This camera is genuinely stylish; add in its light weight and small size and it becomes a very useful little tool

Looks great Multiple outputs provide flexibility Truly ergonomic

Awkward manual focus / exposure controls Noisy image in low light Onboard mic slightly tinny Video out only on docking station

Good HD camera for home users and hobbyists. Professionals will want more control.

Sanyo's HD offering imbues a classic cam with quality video performance.

Very good video quality, Well-placed, easy to use controls, Ultralight, pistol-grip design, Sharp 4-MP still photos

Difficult to hold steady, Some tearing in video

Even with a skimpy software package that includes Nero 7 Essentials and Ulead MovieFactory 5.0 SE, the HD1000 is an excellent buy. We love the portability and video quality, and even the option to shoot stills while recording video. (The cam's 4-MP ...