DXG DXG-569VK 5.0 Megapixel Ultra-Slim High-Definition Digital Video Camera In Box (Black)

by DXG

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5.6 x 3.8 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0015564ZO
• Item model number: DXG-569VK
• Average Customer Review: 2.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,138 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 29, 2008

Product Description

DXG 5.0 Megapixel slim hi-definition digital camcorder.

Customer Reviews

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars You get what you pay for :-), December 29, 2009

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Robert Kenyon Farrar "Kenyon" (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DXG DXG-569VK 5.0 Megapixel Ultra-Slim High-Definition Digital Video Camera In Box (Black) (Electronics)

Recently I purchased the DXG-569VK. I only paid US$59 so I figured that even if the cam only recorded with average output, I would be happy. I can say, at least in the HD mode, the video cam outperforms my expectations. There is a short learning curve to mastering the controls but if you give yourself about 15 minutes to play with the device, you will have all the "bells and whistles" under control. As a still camera, it is all but useless. As other reviewers have noted, the stills are blurry and not really useful. However, I have yet to use a "video" camera that shoots great stills. You either get "stills" or "video" in a camera....very seldom do you get both with superior quality unless you are spending a lot more money and buying up toward the "pro-sumer" end. This is, after all, a VIDEO camera so I wasn't expecting that much from the stills.

There are two problems that need to be mentioned however. First, the camera DOES NOT accept class 6 SDHC cards. Even though the camera info and web advertisement says it DOES accept SDHC cards, it does not accept class 6 cards. There is a possibility that it may accept class 4 or lower SDHC cards but I have my doubts. I was about to return the camera (without reading the external cards the camera is useless because it only has 32MB onboard) but decided to buy and try an earlier version of the SD card. I bought and installed a 2 Gig regular SD card and the camera read and recorded to it flawlessly. So, before you go out and buy a SDHC card (I bought a 16 Gig, class 6 and learned the hard way) try an old regular SD card first or maybe a class 4 SDHC card to see if it works before spending some serious cash on the latest and greatest SDHC card which will NOT work with this video camera.

Also, I went on the DXG site and left a message for customer service regarding the SD card issue. That was about 3 days ago and I have yet to hear from them. So far, I have to rate their customer service with a big fat "ZERO". Basically I figured out the memory card issue myself and I am still waiting to find out if there is a workaround for the SDHC cards. I seriously doubt it because I think it would require a firmware upgrade.

Other than the two above issues, the camera does record in 720HD that is very acceptable. You get what you pay for and for $50 bucks, I can't complain. The camera is made of a very cheap, flimsy plastic. On the other hand, the model I have is a nice looking black issue and is extremely lightweight. The 3 inch screen is remarkable (once again, considering the price point)and the audio is clear and crisp on playback.

All in all, you won't be disappointed with this video camera as a basic little HD video recorder. Expect $50 bucks worth and you will easily get $100 worth of camera. :-)))

Update...December 30th, 5 pm. PST

I received a note from the DXG support staff today..4 days after my initial inquiry, not counting the holidays. The support agent stated in the note that the DXG could only use CLASS 2 SDHC cards up to 4 Gigs. I had bought a CLASS 6 SDHC card, 16 Gig and the camera could not read it. So, if you buy this camera, be aware that it will accept only SDHC cards that are CLASS 2 and up to 4 Gigs. The good thing about this is that the CLASS 2 cards are the cheapest of the lot on the market right now. The bad thing is.....the CLASS 2 cards will be phased out at some point and you will have a useless camera. So do yourself a favor and buy 2 or 3 of the CLASS 2 cards now...and they are cheap....and you will be all set. Once again, a great little HD camera for the price. Since the camera will only record up to 2 Gigs on one recording, there is really no need to buy the larger cards anyway....a 4 Gig card should work fine with enough room for two full 2 Gig recordings.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars DXG Disappoints, April 12, 2009

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VideoPro - See all my reviews

This review is from: DXG DXG-569VK 5.0 Megapixel Ultra-Slim High-Definition Digital Video Camera In Box (Black) (Electronics)

The DXG-569VK HI-DEF camcorder was quite simply the worst camera purchase I have ever made. Amazon's service was terrific as usual, but this product is just inferior in every conceivable way. Poor construction, incomprehensible instructions, you name it. Even when I followed the instructions line by line and letter by letter the camera did not perform consistently. Even after some 12 hours of struggling and frustration I was never able to actually shoot Hi-Def videos. I own many other video cameras and do video contract work, so this is not a novice issue. In over 30 years of using cameras of all types this is the most disappointing purchase I have made. My recommendation: spend the extra money and buy a reputable brand! Amazon should not even offer this product. Check out similar reviews on Radioshack.com for verification. Buyer Beware!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Good video but poor on still pictures, May 5, 2009

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meloy "love photography" (St. Charles MO) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: DXG DXG-569VK 5.0 Megapixel Ultra-Slim High-Definition Digital Video Camera In Box (Black) (Electronics)

The video quality is good, but I was hoping to use it for still pictures as well. All the still pictures are blurry. I have had trouble with the record button not making connection when the batteries are getting low.