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Sharp VL-AH60U Hi8 Camcorder
 
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Sharp VL-AH60U Hi8 Camcorder

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Technical Details

  • Hi8 format
  • 3.5-inch color LCD screen
  • Digital image stabilization
  • Flying erase heads for smooth edits
  • 16x optical/400x total zoom
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Product Details

  • Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
  • Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
  • ASIN: B00004U27Z
  • Item model number: VL-AH60U
  • Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #19,997 in Camera & Photo (See Bestsellers in Camera & Photo)

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    #66 in  Camera & Photo > Camcorders > Analog 8mm & Hi8
  • Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
  • Date first available at Amazon.com: September 4, 1999

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
The Sharp VL-AH60U ViewCam makes it easy to capture great-looking videos. Its analog Hi8 format produces higher-quality images than either standard 8mm or VHS-C camcorders. Instead of using a standard viewfinder, the ViewCam utilizes a large, easy-to-see 3.5-inch LCD, making video taping nearly as easy as watching a TV show. The LCD monitor absorbs light to help prevent glare, and is fingerprint resistant. The lens on the VL-AH60U rotates 270 degrees, which is helpful when you're recording yourself, allowing for some interesting angles, and a 16:9 widescreen mode lets you shoot video in the same aspect ratio as the movies.

The camera's automatic features make it easy for even beginners to produce great looking results. Backlight compensation helps eliminate the darkened silhouettes that are common with strong backlighting, and digital image stabilization eliminates jitters and other unwanted camera movement. Two fade modes with title/character sets for holidays and birthdays, as well as a title writer, let you add text captions to your films. Flying erase heads allow smooth, clean edits, which aid in quality movie creation. The VL-HA60U also has the ability to charge batteries internally. Included with the ViewCam are a remote control and an AV cable.

Product Description
Who needs a standard squint 'n' peek viewfinder when Sharp's Viewcam design offers a 3.5-inch color LCD screen that swivels 270 degrees? Without the camera stuck in your face, you can easily see what's going on around you, shoot over crowds or even point the camera back at yourself.This versatile Hi-8 Viewcam camcorder from Sharp incorporates 16x optical and 400x digital zoom capabilities for best picture quality and the ability to get extreme close-ups. It features Dual Picture effects to capture amazingly vivid images and Digital Image Stabilization to correct camera shake, allowing even the novice movie maker the ability to be spontaneous and daring. A 3.5" color LCD screen allows easy viewing as you go. Enjoy a variety of features designed for easy operation and creative capability.


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Average Customer Review
3.2 out of 5 stars (8 customer reviews)
 
 
 
 
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49 of 53 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars viewcam, July 21, 2000
By mark o. stubben (stockbridge, georgia USA) - See all my reviews
i upgraded from 8 to hi-8. this camcorder is really easy to use and transfer to vhs tape. editing is a snap and alot of fun to do. i'm paralized from the waist down and i created a couple of movies from my perspective ( i fastened my vl-ha60u camcorder on my shoulder ) and just filmed my goings on. all my family / friends thought it was pretty cool! everyone i've played a recording for were suprised at the quality of the film. i use the vhs tapes that you get 5 for 4.99, so you don't have to pour out alot of monies just to operate it. i have only 2 gripes about this camcorder...#1- needs a better lens cap...mine pops off every time, always before i'm ready to shoot! #2- the gadget bag that comes with it is a piece of junk! they shouldn't even bother to send it. by sending along such a cheap/chintzy/crummy gadget bag, it's like Sharp condones shoddy, cheap, even "ugly" crafts- manship. neither of my gripes reflect on the main issue...the high quality and performence of this camcorder. i give it 4 1/2 stars with-out hesitation!.....ENJOY!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Camera, January 14, 2002
By Jeremy Young (Silver Spring, MD United States) - See all my reviews
The best thing about the VLAH 60U is that you don't have to worry: the lighting doesn't matter, the acoustics don't matter, the person shooting the scene doesn't matter. It always seems to come out great.
We had a christening, and my mother in law came from Lithuania to be part of it. She speaks virtually no English, and my Lithuanian could be called pathetic. I gave her the camera, and with a few gestures and a minimum of words, she was able to get some great shots, despite the fact that the church was dark and the PA system sucked....That is good in a family camera.
The only problem is that ..., and it has no remote or in camera charger. Those two things are very desirable and would make it even better. I'm hoping to find both someday.
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32 of 44 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars You have to have it NOW, July 25, 2000
By Scott A. Seitz (Corvallis, Oregon United States) - See all my reviews
I bought this about 3 weeks ago and will not use anything else. The ease of this Camcorder is great. The Menus are good and the Book that came with it is pretty good. I did have to call Tech Support on some Thing that I was not sure on but she was very helpful and did not make me feel small for calling on this. I will keep that a secret for the reason that I called. Keep up the Good Work Sharp.

Thanks Scott

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4.0 out of 5 stars I still like the design, even with the problems....here's why:
I have been doing lots of amateur photography and occasionally have a need for all kinds of angles. The design of this camera allows you to set it on the floor and have a stable... Read more
Published on October 15, 2006 by Shutter buggin

1.0 out of 5 stars repair problems missed events.
The camera has been in and out of sharp's authorized repair center, and has cost a total $100 to repair. Read more
Published on January 12, 2003

1.0 out of 5 stars repair problems
I purchased this camera close to 2 years ago. I thought I was going to love it. It was easy to use and had numerous special effects. Read more
Published on March 26, 2002 by mids4

3.0 out of 5 stars Big display screen drains batteries fast
We were very excited to open our new Sharp View Cam and begin taking videos of our children. The battery that came with the camera would never last more than 20-30 minutes. Read more
Published on January 23, 2002 by tjtalbert

3.0 out of 5 stars It is OK to have it.
It is ok to have it. It is easy to use. But it is BAD if something is wrong with your camcorder and you have to contact Sharp's customer support. Read more
Published on August 21, 2001 by Pat

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