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"Best mini HD video camera by far! And CHEAP!"
5.0 starson by ConradEODPros: Wide viewing angle on lens, good quality picture, better sound quality than prior models, more portable and rugged! I came from the Zi8 and got my Playsport this week. Small and portable, and it feels very comfortable in the hands.
Cons: The things this is missing that the Zi8 had are (1) USB plug (which I don't think is a big deal since I have SD card readers in my computers) (2) macro mode (which I never really used on the Zi8 and (3) external mic (I never used this either).
Summary: Overall it's the best on the market. Better pics than the Flip models and higher capactiy (up to 32GB SD card). I have a 16GB SDHC card in mine and have hours of great video. The Playsport has a wider viewing angle than the Zi8 so fits more in the picture! Also, the mic seems to be more sensitive and picks up voices/sounds better. The screen is smaller, but that's fine with me; just makes it more portable! This is the best $150 I've spent! If you go diving, make sure to attach something that floats to the camera so it doesn't sink below the 10ft depth limit.
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very nice.
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This review should be corrected in that the PlaySport does have a USB port that plugs the device directly into your computer. It's the same plug that has an additonal piece allowing you to then recharge it at an outlet. It also has a direct HDMI output allowing you to look at videos in HD directly on any TV supporting an HDMI plug. I have had this camera 3 weeks, and though it died after being submerged over an hour, it rocks! Off to buy another one now.
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Mine came with a USB plug, an HDMI cable, and a wrist strap.
I wouldn't consider an external mic being a con for a water camera.(lol)
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