Creative Labs Vado HD 4 GB Pocket Video Camcorder, 2nd Generation (White Gloss with Green Accents)

by Creative Labs

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.3 x 7.9 x 6.3 inches ; 3.5 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B002JM1XYY
• Item model number: VF0584 WH-GR
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,847 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 1, 2009

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

See it, shoot it, and share it--all in high definition. With the Creative Labs Vado HD 4 GB Pocket Video Cam Second Generation, you can capture life's amazing moments in 720p high-definition quality, all with a touch of a button. The Vado HD has a stylish glossy white design and features 4 GB of memory to store your videos. Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, the Vado is the first pocket video camcorder that you can directly connect to an HDTV to share your videos instantly. And with its built-in USB connectivity, you can just as easily upload your videos to popular Web sites such as YouTube, or you can directly upload them to your computer for storage and editing.

Vado HD Pocket Video Cam Second Generation Accessorize your Vado HD: Vado HD Rechargeable Battery Add up to 2 hours of recording and playback time. Vado HD Battery Charger Keep batteries fresh so you never miss a great shot! Vado HD Waterproof Pouch (Blue) Take great shots while underwater! Vado HD Mesh Pouch (Silver) Carry and protect your Vado with style.

Take high-definition video anywhere with just a push of a button. View larger.

A built-in USB cable makes it easy to upload movies onto your computer. (Black version shown.) View larger.

Precision-Engineered Lens for Superb Clarity
A PC Magazine Editors' Choice recipient, the Creative Labs Vado features a precision-engineered glass lens for sharp, clear, professional-looking videos. With this wide-angle lens, you can capture wider scenes and record more action, and with the Vado's 2x digital zoom, you can get up close with your shots, even in dim environments.

Easy, One-Touch Recording
Recording high-definition video with the Vado is as simple as touching a button. Press it to start recording and press it to stop. It doesn't get any easier than that.

The Vado features 4 GB of internal memory and four recording modes, giving you the freedom to choose the video quality that's best for you. You can record up to one hours of stunning HD-quality video, or up to two hours of video at VGA resolution.

Edit Movies and Snap Photos
With integrated Vado Central software, the VadoPocket Video Cam makes it easy to quickly shoot and edit your own short movies and capture snapshots in still and burst modes. For Mac users, the new Vado Central™ for OS X lets you transfer and import your videos direct into iMovie.

Easy HDTV Playback or Web Upload
The Vado features high-quality HDMI connectivity (HDMI cable not included), which allows you to connect your camcorder into your HDTV and immediately enjoy your videos and pictures in full 720p HD quality. You don't need any special software or downloads--just plug it in and play.

And for videos you want to upload to YouTube or other popular Web sites, the Vado makes it as simple as can be. Just plug the camcorder's integrated USB tab into your computer and post your files. Vado will take care of everything, so you can concentrate on your videos and not worry about the details.

Easy to View Screen
The Vado features a large, two-inch antiglare screen, so you can review your clips or show them off to friends without a computer or HDTV. For further convenience, it runs off an included rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. Fully charged, the battery offers up to two hours of recording and playback time. Recharge the battery via the USB connector, or if you're in a hurry, simply take it out and replace with a fresh battery.

The Creative Labs Pocket Video Camcorder is backed by a one-year limited warranty.

What's in the Box

• Vado HD Pocket Video Cam
• USB extension cable
• Silicon skin
• Rechargeable battery.

The Vado HD's compact size lets you easily take it with you everywhere. (Black version shown.)

Product Description

Catch the perfect snowboarding stunt, your baby's first steps or your kid's graduation, share it online and save it for a lifetime with Creative's Vado HD Pocket Video Cam. The thin, lightweight Vado HD is small enough to fit easily in a pocket, purse or the palm of your hand, and it captures video in 720P high-definition quality with just the touch of a button. Sharing videos online is simple with built-in software that helps you post videos to YouTube, Photobucket or Box.net. The Vado HD is the only pocket video cam to feature true HDMI connectivity (cable not included) for a superior viewing experience on an HDTV. Take the Vado HD Pocket Video Cam with you everywhere you go and never miss a moment. Product specs include 720p high-definition video, wide-angle glass lens, 2x digital zoom, 4GB of video storage capacity, up to one hours of recording and playback per charge, up to four hours of recording time at 640x480 at 30 frames per second, HDMI and RCA connections for TV, A/V and HDMI cables sold separately, removable and rechargeable lithium battery, Vado Central software for simple video editing and sharing. System requirements include Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Vista, Intel Pentium III or higher, 512MB of memory, USB port, 500MB free hard disk space, and 16MB of Video Memory or above. Product ships with silicon skin, and USB cable.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

40 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a great mini pocket camcorder for its price and its purpose!, October 11, 2009

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Tony L. (Volunteer State, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Creative Labs Vado HD 4 GB Pocket Video Camcorder, 2nd Generation (White Gloss with Green Accents) (Electronics)

I must admit I was a little bit skeptical since there are two bad reviews. But after I read them it seems these reviews are not really about the product (one is about mac software issues, the other one had unrealistic expectation on the mini camcorders). Anyway, I always like Creative's products, full of features and well worth the money. So I decided to give it a try and it didn't disappoint me at all. The one we bought is the 2nd generation glossy white/green 4GB version. The first impression is very beautiful and ultra slim. And it comes with a silicone skin (a bonus here!). Uploading the video to youtube is a breeze and the HD clip we shot looks very sharp on the youtube site. The microphone does a good job to pick up the sound. The audio sounds good and clean. You can also use the included software to tweak the video and audio after you shoot them. I am very satisfied and I'd recommend it to anyone who's looking for a mini pocket HD camcorder!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars wow, December 16, 2009

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David Lamarre-vincent - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creative Labs Vado HD 4 GB Pocket Video Camcorder, 2nd Generation (White Gloss with Green Accents) (Electronics)

had early model of aipek recorder. found this one to be much better. smaller. easy to choose options. only fault is that it has been left running by me ... need some way to shut off automatically. what a surprise when i viewed the first clip, the HD image was spectacular!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Convenient little video cam., December 2, 2010

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Robert Mazzola (Edgewater pk., NJ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creative Labs Vado HD 4 GB Pocket Video Camcorder, 2nd Generation (White Gloss with Green Accents) (Electronics)

I bought this for my 10 yr. old son for his birthday. What a great product. This camera is so easy to use, even my wife could use it. My son loves it. He video records everything these days. He even writes scripts, and has his friends act them out while he records them in HD. The video quality is pretty good for the price, and the transfer is so easy, even a 10 year old can do it. The indoor quality is better than the Flip camera my older son has. And like the flip, it is super easy to post videos on youtube and other hosting sites. These cameras are great for shooting in close spaces, but they lack when recording in larger environments such as sporting events.

If you're looking for a convenient, easy to use video cam for recording your memories, this is a great value.