The VPC-WH1 features an optical 30x zoom that lets you zoom right in on distant objects. Along with the waterproof functionality, the high-power zoom expands your scope for shooting high-definition video in a wide range of situations.
Note: To avoid camera shake, we recommend using a tripod when shooting video with the high-power zoom.
The Sub Rec button gives you an alternative shutter button option which is useful when you’re shooting videos at a low angle.
To reduce random signal noise, the VPC-WH1 incorporates motion compensation into the noise-reduction process. The improved compression efficiency and bit-rate allocation results in a highly accurate video image.
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.
For beautiful high-definition video recording, the VPC-WH1 reduces the effect of the camera shake that typically occurs when you zoom in on a subject. SANYO’s original digital image stabilizer is capable of automatically distinguishing between unintended camera shaking and deliberate pans and tilts.
*1 When continuously recording in HD-SHQ mode. Battery life may vary according to operating conditions.
*2 Video recording times and photo capacities are approximations only, and may vary according to the type and manufacturer of the memory card, the subject, and shooting conditions. When the recording file size exceeds 4 GB, the file will be saved, and subsequent data will be saved in a new file. (A new file is automatically created every 4 GB. Although recording will continue until stopped, recording of video clips and sound will pause while files are being saved.)
*2 Video recording times and photo capacities are approximations only, and may vary according to the type and manufacturer of the memory card, the subject, and shooting conditions. When the recording file size exceeds 4 GB, the file will be saved, and subsequent data will be saved in a new file. (A new file is automatically created every 4 GB. Although recording will continue until stopped, recording of video clips and sound will pause while files are being saved.)
Brightness on the VPC-WH1’s wide-screen LCD monitor can be adjusted to any of seven levels. Also, the monitor can rotate through approximately 285º, so you can easily position it at your preferred angle. This lets you keep your subject clearly in view, whether you’re shooting high, low, or at yourself.
The VPC-WH1 is always ready to shoot. Because it records onto a solid-state SD memory card—rather than HDD or DVD media with moving parts—you can start shooting immediately after opening the monitor.
The VPC-WH1 employs advanced MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video compression technology that makes it easy to save and play back files on a PC.
The VPC-WH1 offers the convenience of editing HD videos on the camera itself. You can easily splice multiple clips into a single video, or cut unwanted footage. This feature is particularly useful when it comes to viewing slideshows and using your SD memory card capacity more effectively.
The VPC-WH1’s characteristic waterproof mode lets you capture more realistic colors in underwater scenes. What’s more, this mode works to compensate for operating noise and the “boxy” sound typical when shooting underwater.
Settings on the VPC-WH1 are easy to understand, so even beginners can enjoy shooting. In Simple mode, only the most basic elements are displayed on the LCD monitor.
The VPC-WH1 uses semi-permeable material that allows sound, but not water, to pass through to the microphone and speaker parts, and thus keeps them waterproof. You can enjoy video shooting with stereo sound that brings to life both everyday and underwater scenes.
Compatibility with 32 GB SDHC memory cards means the VPC-WH1 can record high-definition video for approximately 7.5 hours.
Note: When the recording file size exceeds 4 GB, the file will be saved, and subsequent data will be saved in a new file. (A new file is automatically created every 4 GB. Although recording will continue until stopped, recording of video clips and sound will pause while files are being saved.)
