Vivitar announces its first 4mpix digicam
By Michael R. Tomkins, The Imaging Resource
(Tuesday, January 14, 2003 - 15:58 ET) California-based Vivitar Corp. showed its first 4-megapixel digital camera at the Consumer Electronics Show.The Vivitar ViviCam 3825 (actually announced on December 11th, but being shown in public for the first time) couples its 1/1.8" CCD imager with a 3x optical zoom lens, 1.6" LCD display, SD / MMC storage (16MB bundled) and USB connectivity. The camera has a suggested retail price of $469.95, and should be available this month. Full specifications and exclusive images of the camera follow:
| The Vivicam 3825 - 4 Megapixel Digital Zoom Camera A stylish, compact, 4MP digital camera with 3X Optical Zoom at a family-friendly price
LOS ANGELES, CA (December 11, 2002)- Vivitar Corporation announces the ViviCam 3825 product available in January 2003. The V3825 is a compact, feature-packed, 4 MP digital zoom camera. The V3825 is an affordable choice for anyone seeking a versatile, high quality digital camera.
The stylish V3825 is equipped with a 4 megapixel CCD image sensor. Its 3X optical power zoom lens ranges from 7 to 20 mm (equivalent to 34 � 97 mm) and is complemented with a macro function. Optical zoom is supplemented with 2X digital zoom capability. Images may be reviewed on the 1.6� LCD display. In addition to outstanding digital still images, the V3825 also has a burst mode allowing for the capture of sequential images in rapid succession. Sample images from the V3825 can be viewed and downloaded from the V3825 image gallery.
The V3825 offers imaging versatility. Users may select from four resolution settings including 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, and 640 x 480. The V3825 is an ideal camera for all your digital imaging needs ranging from email and web applications to images that are ready for display or print. Quality 8� x 10� prints, or larger are not a problem with the V3825.
The V3825 comes with a 16 MB Secure Digital memory card. MGI Photo Suite SE and Photo Vista editing software are included with the camera.
Other features include auto focus, auto white balance, exposure compensation control, built-in flash, and a 10-second self-timer. The V3825 comes with USB and video output cables to download images for viewing and editing. 2 AA alkaline batteries, or a single CR-V3, supply power.
The suggested retail price for the camera is $469.95. The V3825 may be purchased at mass merchandisers, consumer electronic stores and other Vivitar resellers nationwide. |
ViviCam 3825
Features:
� 4 Mega Pixel
� 3x Optical/2x Digital Zoom
� 2272 x 1704 Maximum Resolution
� 1.6" LCD Display (TFT)
� Macro Function
� Accepts SD/MMC Cards
� Mac/PC Compatible
� USB Connectivity
� 10 Second Self Timer
� Built-In 4 Mode Auto Flash w/Red-Eye Reduction
� Supports JPEG (EXIF 2.2), DCF
� Includes CD w/MGI PhotoSuite SE, Photo Vista V2.02 Software
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Specifications |
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8"CCD (24 Bit RGB Color), 4
mega pixels (2272 X 1704) |
| Image Resolution |
Fine: 2,272 X
1,704
Standard: 1,600x1,200
Basic: 1,280x960
Economy: 640x480 |
| Lens |
Power zoom lens: Focal
length: 7 ~ 21mm (equivalent to 34-102mm in 35mm), Max Aperture: f/2.9
(wide), f/4.8 (tele) Lens Range of Focus:
0.7m-Inf. (Normal), 0.1-0.7m (Macro) |
| Zoom |
3x Optical/2X Digital, playback
zoom up to 4X |
| Shutter Speed |
2 ~1/1,000 second |
| Exposure |
Automatic with
action, normal, and creative modes. Scene Program
(Portrait/Landscape/Night view). Manual: 1/4 EV step, -1.5 ~ +1.5 EV |
| White Balance |
Automatic with manual presets for
daylight, fluorescent & tungsten |
| LCD |
Display: 1.6 color
TFT LCD.
Status: shooting/exposure/battery/frame/WB/flash/ISO/remote |
| Memory: |
Internal: none
External: SD Card/MMC |
| File
Format |
JPEG (EXIF 2.2),
DCF |
| Flash |
Automatic, on, off, red-eye
reduction
Effective range: 3m at wide |
| ISO |
Automatic with
manual selection of 100, 200, 400 |
| Self-timer |
10 sec delay |
| Processing Time |
Shot to shot
time <4 sec.
Picture playback time: <2 sec. |
| Software Included |
MGI Photo Suite SE, Photo Vista
V2.02 |
| Connector |
AC power port, USB
port, Video Output (NTSC/PAL selectable) |
| Language Support |
English, Japanese, German, French,
Spanish |
| Power |
2 AA Ni-MH & CR-V3
Lithium
Optional 3.4V AC-DC Adapter (not
included)
Power Saver: 1/3/5
min. in Rec/PB mode with battery, 5 min. with AC adapter usage |
| System Requirements |
PC,Windows 98/98SE/2000/ME/XP
Mac OS 8.6, 9.1, 10.1, 10.1
64MB RAM, 80MB hard disk space, USB port, CD ROM drive, color display (XGA
or better) |
| Certification |
CE, FCC, VCCI |
| Warranty |
1 Year |
| Dimensions |
106mm x 63mm x
40mm |
| Weight |
Approx. 12 oz. (210g) with battery |
| Shooting Modes |
Single shot,
burst, self-timer |
Specifications
subject to change without notice � 2002 Vivitar Corporation
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Warranty:
New, manufacturers warranty.
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Product notes:
Brand new sealed item.
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Payment Terms and conditions:
- CA State residents please add CA state sales tax (7.75%).
- All Sales Final. We will gladly exchange any
doa item, otherwise, typically the manufacturers warranty applies. a 15% restocking fee will be charged for any
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Shipping notes:
- Shipping and handling charges continental US
$14.95 ground, insured UPS/fedex ground.
- shipped from: Fullerton, California.
- Shipment within 3 business days of receiving
payment.
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