Aiptek IS-DV 5 MP Digital Camcorder and MP3 Player

The new Aiptek IS-DV 5-megapixel digital camcorder is a multi-functional DV camera that pays close attention to detail and let's you do the same. The Pocket DV5100M features a 6-in-1 solution including video recording with MPEG-4 technology to give you VHS quality videos, and 5-megapixel resolution for still photos that gives you everything you need in one easy-to-use camera, and even functions as an MP3 player.
The Aiptek IS-DV has a handy 6-in-1 multi-function design that includes a digital still camera, digital camcorder, PC camera, voice recorder, a removable hard disk and compact flash card reader, and an MP3 player all in one. This unit is equipped with a three Megapixel CMOS sensor, with still image resolution that is enhanced up to a maximum of five megapixels to deliver high-quality still photographs, and a macro lens that enables high-quality close-ups in prints up to 10 inches. The IS-DV utilizes high-compression MPEG-4 for recording movies--the ideal way to store video clips in a highly compact format--so you can not only shoot more pictures, but you can easily share them over the Internet or by e-mail, or view them on a PC or television. And as an added features, this camera includes advanced Digital Video Stabilization that compensates for slight movements while recording video. This pocket digital camcorder features a swivel-reversible 1.8-inch LTPS color LCD display that combines striking realism and an intuitive interface, with better outdoor viewing than standard TFT screens, for the best image every time, so you can review and play back video clips and pictures in real time. The IS-DV also features MP3 compatibility that lets you easily upload your favorite MP3 files and playback the music directly from the built-in speaker, or enjoy stereo quality music via the headset. This unit also features a 4-times real-time digital zoom, the ability to connect directly to your TV or VCR to play back video clips on the big screen, and a built-in flash strobe that allows you to take snapshots in darker environments and includes red-eye reduction.

The Aiptek IS-DV's sensor has an effective resolution of 2,048 x 1,536 pixels at the three Megapixel level, with a max video resolution of 640 x 480 pixels VGA at up to 30 frames-per-second. This unit includes 16MB of internal flash memory, 13MB of which is available for storage, and allows you to store any type of data on the camera or external memory card and take it with you like a removable hard disk and compact flash reader. The IS-DV supports the NTSCTV system, allows up to one hour of voice annotation using internal memory, and has a 10-second self timer function. This unit stores still images in the JPEG format for easy transfer, has an auto exposure and auto white balance, and can connect to PC via USB 2.0. The IS-DV requires; Microsoft Windows 2000 or higher, a P4 processor or better, Direct X 8.0 or above, at least 256MB of RAM, a video card with at least 64MB of RAM, a 4x speed CD-ROM drive, and an available USB port for use with a PC. Aiptek's pocket digital camcorder auto powers off if idle over 60 seconds, and runs on a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery that recharges via the included battery charger, or via the USB connection when plugged in to your PC. This unit measures 1.8 x 2.4 x 4.0 inches (W x H x D), and has a built-in CF card slot that allows a maximum of up to 512MB of external memory.