Sanyo Xacti CG10 review Part 2 of 2 (Sample clips and pictures)

Thanks for watching. (Part 2 of 2)

Note: I did not use the CG10 to film the review. Oddly enough, it was from a "higher end" digital camera that does not capture in HD. The sample video clip as well as pictures were all taken with the Xacti CG10, however, being in a mixed video (with and without HD, I believe youtube converted it all into non HD.)

Here are the pros and cons:

PROS
-Comprehensive printed manual included.
-Outstanding 3.0" screen - which can be rotated up to 285 degrees.
-Pretty decent CMOS sensor.
-10 Mega pixel photos / 720 HD 1280x720 30 fps video clips.
-Has 5x Optical Zoom with flash Similar in class models sometimes are only fixed focal length or less than 5x optical zoom. Plus you can zoom in during video shooting.
-Good placement of the two microphones located on the back of the flip screen.
-Marginally better low light performance vs. similar models in its class.
-Relative low noise in images but I think you lose a little of the sharpness in photos.
-Overall good color reproduction without over saturation.
-Option to choose from simple to more detailed setup screens.
-Can change the shortcuts keys to go to some of the popular options available.
-Good amount of manual controls for a lot or users.
-Good macro focus capability (less than ½).
-Good amount of features for the price point.
-Lets not forget the cool factor.

CONS
-Slightly heavier and bulkier than some models in the same class.
-Not a CCD sensor. But for the intended purpose of these cameras, CMOS is fairly sufficient.
-The camera needs to improve on its ability to capture images and video in low lighting. Currently, its decent, however, the focus is a little slow.
-When capturing images, I noticed that the captured image is usually not zoomed in onto the subject as much as what was displayed on the screen. (Its from the perspective of being a little bit further.)
-Only digital image stabilization offered. (Not optical.)
-Flash location tends to be more prone to red-eye problems.
-Have to remove the battery in order to charge it. (And the battery charger does not have the standard prongs built onto the charger, there is the additional cord you must have.
-Little built-in memory (40MB). But can use optional SDHC up to 32GB.
-Lens cap should be built in. As is, the cap can get easily miss-placed.
-No imaging editing software provided.
-A component cable should've been provided as well. (Only because the connector at the bottom of the camera is proprietary. If it was a standard HDMI plug, then it would be different.)

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[takeachancelook]

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[askthesmartguy]

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[elseachay06]

ok i will take your advice and buy extra batteries, thanks alot :)

[askthesmartguy]

And yes, I would definitely invest in a 2nd battery. The battery life is decent, not great... but if you go on the online auction sites, you can get a couple of extra battery for around $13. That way you are sure to have extra juice when needed!

[askthesmartguy]

Thanks for the comment.

Yes, you can set it to go into standby mode when unused for a certain time frame.

When attached to your PC (via USB), you can use it as a webcam or a mass storage device to move pictures over to your pc.

Hope this helps.

[elseachay06]

hi i just wanted to know if there is a powersaver setting on this camera or if i should invest in a 2nd battery. also, is it possible to operate it while it's hooked up to the computer ? THANK U GREAT VID

[askthesmartguy]

You're welcome.

Hope the video helped. Did you end up getting the camera?

[stmbaah]

thanks

[askthesmartguy]

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Thanks for the positive feedback.

Enjoy!

[sedag100]

Got this camera for Christmas and I'm super happy with my Sanyo CG10. It takes

perfect films in HD and take razor-sharp photos! Thanx for the review!

[phillynotebook]

windows xp or windows 7 no problem but with vista you will need avs, there is a free version of avs but it will leave a small logo in the center of ytour video