Vivitar Vivicam 3785 3.0MP Digital Camera

by Vivitar

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.9 x 2.8 inches ; 5 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00073ILEC
• Item model number: 60356
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #15,574 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 12, 2005

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Vivitar Vivicam 3785 3.0-Megapixel Digital Camera is a compact, 3.0 MP camera with a 4x digital zoom and a resolution of 2032 x 1520 pixels. This is an affordable choice for anyone seeking a versatile, high-quality digital camera with the simplicity of a 4x digital zoom lens.

The images may be reviewed on the camera's 1.4-inch color TFT display with ease and the Vivicam 3785 is equipped with a three megapixel image sensor. Images can be shot with up to 4x digital zoom and then reviewed at the same magnification--take a shot, review the image, and zoom right in on any detail, all in the palm of your hand. An electronic programmed shutter with variable speeds and manual compensation steps allows for changing lighting conditions. In addition to outstanding digital still images, this camera also has a movie clip capability of 13 frames per second (fps) at 320 x 240 resolution. Along with its easy-to-use design, the Vivicam 3785 delivers a high megapixel level for the price.

What's in the Box
Digital camera, camera pouch, USB cable, and software.

Product Description

Vivicam-3785

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

35 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME Little Camera, October 11, 2005

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K. McCloskey (WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Vivitar Vivicam 3785 3.0MP Digital Camera (Electronics)

I got this little thing 2 months ago for my birthday, and am quite happy with it. I took it with me on a vacation to Japan, and was able to take home tons of picture memories.
I'll start with the cons:
1) You have to hold it still for several seconds when taking pictures, or else they will turn out blurry. This is only a real problem when taking spur-of-the-moment pictures, or if in a hurry, which does not happen too often.
2) Flash is extremely bright, so close objects will wash out.(Just turn off the flash and this is not a problem)
3) Digital zoom - not as good as optical, but not too bad.

Now for the pros:
1) This thing is small! It came with a neckstrap, so I wore it as a necklace during my vacation, and it was so light I barely noticed it.
2) Lots of memory- my 512mb card holds at least 530 pictures/videos, and there's still room.
3) Really easy to operate, I was able to change the flash settings, delete pictures, use the self-timer, take video and review pictures without even having to read the instruction manuel.
4) Quick and easy file transfer to my computer-just hook it up to the USB, and drag and drop.
5) Extrememly bright flash, while listed as a con, is also nice when taking pictures in the dark, as they will show up as if it is the middle of the day, provided you are not too close.

Overall, I gotta say I love this little camera. Sure, the picture quality isn't the best, but if you are in decent lighting conditions, and you can hold still for a few seconds, you can get some good quality pictures.

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Budget camera delivers, September 13, 2005

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Nichole A. Padjen - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Vivitar Vivicam 3785 3.0MP Digital Camera (Electronics)

This is a good camera for the money. Don't be expecting amazing 5mp pictures or anything. If you are in a dark area, it is hard to see on the screen what you are shooting. Of course, when you actually take the picture, the flash brightens the area. If you are not still, pictures can be a bit fuzzy...but a 20$ tripod can take care of that problem. Small, can fit in a purse or pocket. Great for kids, comes with a carrying strap so they don't drop it. All in all, I would recomend it for someone who is starting out and wants a VERY basic camera, or for a child. If you are looking for high quality photos this is not the camera for you. I bought it for my 14 year old sister who uses it to take pictures at the football game, and put them on her website (which does not require high quality photos). Her photos look pretty decent when printed in a 3x5 size.

22 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars we returned it!, August 14, 2005

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Marie (Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Vivitar Vivicam 3785 3.0MP Digital Camera (Electronics)

We bought this for my son for his birthday (thinking it would be a nice small (easy to use) camera and a good deal for the price). We were wrong! My son took about fifteen pictures (inside) and every picture was out of focus. My husband and I tried it too (thinking that maybe my son just wasn't holding the camera still enough) and the pictures were the same. Every picture, with the exception of one that my husband took outside, was blurry.

We returned it and upgraded (slightly) to the Kodak CX7330. The difference in quality is amazing. With the Kodak the pictures are crystal clear.