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DXG DXG-506V 5.0 MegaPixel Multi-Functional Camera with MPEG4 Technology (Silver)
Batteries Included: 0
Binding: Electronics
Brand: DXG
Display Size: 1.7inches
EAN: 0880734050607
Feature(s): Image resolution up to 2592 x 1944Digital multi-function: camcorder, still camera, MP3 player, voice recorder and PC camMPEG4 movies with sound, up to 30fpsWhite balance with settings for Fluorescent, Cloudy, Sunny and TungstenIncludes 32MB internal memory, 4 AAA alkaline batteries, earphones, USB and AV cables, pouch, wrist strap and software
Floppy Disk Drive Description: None
Autographed: False
Memorabilia: False
Item Dimensions: Height 3.75"Width 6.25"Length 5.25"Weight 8 lbs.
Label: DXG
List Price: $149.95
Manufacturer: DXG
Minimum FocalLength: 8.25millimeters
Model: DXG-506V
MPN: DXG-506V
Package Dimensions:
Height: 3.9"
Width: 5"
Length: 3.9"
Weight: 1.3 lbs.
Product Group: Photography
Publisher: DXG
Studio: DXG
UPC: 880734050607
Editorial Reviews
Product Description:
The DXG-506V is a full-motion camcorder, 5.1 MP digital still camera, and MP3 player packed into a compact design, about the size of a bar of soap. The DXG-506V comes with a number of standard features including TV Out and Direct Print capability, flash and Macro mode. The camera can also be used as a voice recorder and a webcam! Powered by four AAA batteries.
Customer Reviews Average rating - 3.0
Rating - 1 Date: 2008-12-27
Content: This seems like a great thing but we're having trouble. First, we can't get it to work with a memory card inserted - it immediately shuts the camera down. Several people have commented on needing a "certain" card. I know it can't take more that 1GB but I didn't see any other specs. I can't get any infor on the website, and the instructional DVD won't work in either my PC or DVD player so I'm at a loss as to why. The one other real concern is the manual says when you insert the card to be sure to face the gold contacts away from the batteries - the only way any SD card I have fits is with the gold contacts facing the battery compartment? Any thoughts?
Summary: Need some help :)
Rating - 3 Date: 2008-11-10
Content: This digital camera works well in general, but do your research before you buy one. I have found in bright sunlight, that the image is very blurry. I have also found that zooming the camera in all the way causes a lot more blurry pixels then thought. The image becomes very distorted. All in all I think the camera is good but I am sure their are some new products out on the market now that gets the job done better. If your looking for a cheap digital camcorder, then buy one of these.
Summary: DXG-506 Review
Rating - 1 Date: 2008-10-01
Content: We received this camcorder as a gift and were smitten. What a coincidence that we were in the market for a camcorder and someone GAVE us one. We were pleased with how small this DXG was and I was excited to try it out.
Then we immediately realized that it's not worth $150.00. It's not even worth $20.00 in my opinion, and so we gave it away.
I don't know if there are camcorders in this price range that have better quality or not (as I bought a Canon FS100). But, the horrible quality cannot be ignored. The mp3 option is ridiculous; it is not a selling point and they should've spent such time and effort on better QUALITY than to incorporate mp3 capability. The camera feature is worse than some cell phones, even at 5 megapixels. I imagine that the Flip is better than this, albeit only 60 minutes record time and more expensive.
To receive its "best" recording quality, use this camcorder outdoors in bright light. Any other lighting situation, be it indoors or out, really shows off its... failures.
PROS: The compact size.
It's very convenient to bring with you anywhere because it will fit in your back pocket or purse, which may lend itself to more use than your larger (better quality) camcorders.
The only person I would recommend this product to are children. If dropped or broken, the price isn't too bad that you would have a heart attack. And, the recording quality is better than cell phones. So if you have an avid director on your hands that's 13 or under and tends to not care for their items, by all means, have them try this DXG out.
If this product was marketed towards children, it would probably get better reviews. But alas, DXG tried to pull it off as an item that was worth it's features and price.
Summary: One Star for Compact Size. That's it.
Rating - 4 Date: 2008-07-03
Content: This is the Honda Civic of digital vid cams.
Compact, durable, reliable and functional. It's not a "luxury" model but it's better than a lot of other cameras that cost more money.
Most of the people who are complaining about this cam are doing so based on totally unrealistic comparisons. You cannot compare the performance and functionality of an $800 camera to that of a $90 camera.
First and foremost, this is a daylight "outdoor" type camera. This is not an all-purpose "shoot video anywhere" camera. As long as you use it in well lit areas, it's OK. If you're trying to shoot in dark areas or at night, forget it.
I think the "all in one" functionality of the 506v goes a bit overboard (who is really going to use that MP3 player?) but the reason we all bought this model is for the video capacity, which works quite well in daylight. The ability to take decent still photos is a nice bonus. I've never used the voice recorder- the only times I've ever felt compelled to record the voice of something, I felt equally compelled to take video too, so I think the voice recorder may be a bit superfluous.
Thankfully, SD cards have gotten really cheap, so it won't cost you too much to stick in a 2 or 4 gb card and have plenty of recording capability (appx. couple hours with a 2gb card). I'm guessing that the people who whine that the 32mb of built in memory "isn't enough" are pretty technologically unsavvy and had no idea what they were buying. Of course it "isn't enough". Spend the $10 or $15 on a 2gb card and you're pretty much set.
On the issue of batteries... Some people say the AAA battery use instead of a battery pack is a con of this camera. Another reviewer astutely pointed out that a large portion of the costs associated with digital devices are in the battery (and the memory). DXG is able to keep the price on this camera low because the end user gets to decide how much memory they want (in terms of an SD card) and what battery solutions they want to go with. Me? I absolutely, 100% prefer the ability to use stock battery cells. Rechargable AAA's keep costs cheap with the added advantage of being able to run to the store for more cels in an emergency. Can't say the same thing about "battery packs".
All in all, I'm really glad I chose this one. I purchased it for use at ourdoor events and as such, it suits that purpose. It isn't the last video camera you will ever purchase, but it is definitely the smallest, cheapest and handiest for outdoor users.
Summary: Exceptional, for what it is. A daylight video camera.
Rating - 2 Date: 2008-04-27
Content: The best word that I can come up with to describe this camera is adequate. I did not expect this camera to be spectacular, but I did think that the camera would take decent pictures in dark places. I was wrong! This camera requires a certain amount of lighting. You can change the the brightness of the camera but that only helps a little. The pictures tend to be somewhat grainy if taken a few feet away. I did not try using the mp3 player, nor will I ever because I have no use for it(i have an ipod). I did end up getting a better but more expensive camera. Overall, I would recommend this camera if you are only going to use it in brightly lit locations and do not mind grainy pictures. If you want memorable good quality photographs, I would reccomend investing in a better camera.
Summary: Adequate
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