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Capture more color in underwater scenes Waterproof Mode
The VPC-WH1’s characteristic waterproof mode enables it to capture underwater images with more realistic colors.
Capture more color in underwater scenes.
Automatically detects faces, even when they move. Can follow the faces of up to 12 people. Face Chaser Function
The VPC-WH1 is able to detect your subjects’ faces instantly. Even if the faces move, the WH1 can follow them and adjust the focus and exposure to match your central subject. The Face Chaser function has been developed so that it can even follow faces from a side-on angle.
Note: Depending on the subject and shooting conditions, face detection may not operate as expected.
The WH1 can follow them and adjust the focus and exposure to match your central subject.
Reduces camera shake when zooming in Electronic Image Stabilizer
You can shoot without worrying about the camera shake that typically occurs when zooming in on your subject.
Using SANYO’s original digital image stabilizer technology, the VPC-WH1 reduces camera shake for both videos and photos. Now you can shoot without worrying about the camera shake that typically occurs when zooming in on your subject.
Note: The stabilizer may not compensate for extreme camera shake or for shaking that occurs at slow shutter speeds.
Beautifully capture light at night High-Sensitivity Photos at ISO 1600
At the highest sensitivity of ISO 1600, you can capture the natural colors of faces and indoor scenes at night, as well as night scenes where you don’t want to use a flash.
You can capture the natural colors of faces and indoor scenes at night.
Easy shooting of various scenes Scene Selected Shot
Simply select the mode best suited to your subject for easy and beautiful shooting.


Sports Mode
The high-speed shutter captures fast-moving subjects, such as children, pets, and people playing sports.
Portrait Mode
The subject stands out against a deemphasized background.
Landscape Mode
The entire image is captured clearly by focusing on the scene in the distance. This feature is also used when shooting night scenes.
Night View Mode
Captures both a foregrounded subject and the night-time atmosphere in the background.
Snow & Beach Mode
Useful when the background is bright, such as on a ski-field or at the beach.
Waterproof Mode
Captures your underwater subject with more natural colors.
Fireworks Mode
Fireworks in the night sky are captured in all their vivid brightness.
Lamp Mode
Lets you shoot in the kind of dim lighting conditions that normally produce overly dark images. Available in 2.0 M, 0.9 M, and 0.3 M modes.
Note: A tripod is recommended for shooting at night or in the dark.
Enjoy creating original versions of your photos Filter Functions
Select the Cosmetic mode to capture beautiful skin tones, or the Sepia or Monochrome modes to create different image effects.

Cosmetic Mode
The texture of people’s skin comes out naturally and beautifully.
Monochrome Mode
Pictures take on the chic atmosphere of a black-and-white photo.
Sepia Mode
Effectively creates a nostalgic look.
Shoot down to a minimum distance of 1 cm Super Macro Shooting
Ideal for shooting accessories or products for web-based auctions, the VPC-WH1’s super macro function lets you shoot subjects from just 1 cm away.
Shoot down to a minimum distance of 1 cm.
Effective even when your subject is not in the center 9-Point AF or Spot AF
Even when the subject is not in the center of the frame, the VPC-WH1 can automatically focus on it to avoid blurred photos.
Effective even when your subject is not in the center.
Enjoy images with a wider aspect 16:9 Wide-Aspect Photos
The 16:9 wide mode lets you enjoy images with a wider aspect ratio, such as sweeping landscapes.
Note: Records at 0.9 M resolution (1280 x 720 pixels) when in wide mode.
Lets you enjoy images with a wider aspect ratio.
Easy printing without PC Direct Printing
The VPC-WH1 can be connected via USB cable to any printer with a PictBridge logo. After connecting the devices, you can print out your desired images by simply choosing them on the camera’s monitor.
Adjust settings such as aperture and shutter speed Versatile Manual Shooting
The VPC-WH1 features separate adjustable modes for exposure correction, aperture adjustment, and shutter speed. Manual mode, meanwhile, lets you adjust both the aperture and shutter speed to match the shooting situation.
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