Creative Labs Vado HD 8 GB Pocket Video Camcorder, 2nd Generation (Black Gloss with Maroon Accents) - VF0580 BK-MR

Performs well!

2/26/2010

It's hard to review today's technology. So many products do a great job at what they are meant to do and are very easy to use, it's hard not to just give them all 5-stars. The Creative Labs Vado HD camcorder performs as advertised. It is small, easy to use and transfers video easily to the computer. My daughters (8 and 6) use this camera and love it. It is tough to get a good image in low light, but not awful. It has not taken over preferred status from our Flip Video camcorder because the Flip was here first and the Flip software is ingrained in them already (and it's more intuitive). However, it may take over based on the fact that the Flip's batteries die seemingly every week. The Vado's rechargeable battery is a huge plus as is the included HDMI cable. FYI - The silicon skin didn't last 1 minute on the camera. Literally, ONE minute before the girls had that thing off. "Too ugly and bulky".

It must be tough playing catch up to the market leader, but if your product is sound and has enough little extras (Rechargable battery, HDMI), I think you'll do just fine. This is a quality product (so far, so good!) and I look forward to the competition bringing out new features and lower prices!

Great Pocket Camcorder

2/16/2010

The only complaint I have is that it doesn't produce good quality video in low light. Everything else about this unit I'm very happy with. I found it easy to use and had no problem making decent video after fully charging the unit. Down loading video couldn't be easier either with the units preloaded program. Overall I'm happy with this purchase.

AWESOME

2/15/2010

I bought this for my wife who is not the most tech savy person and she handles this no prob. Controls are easy to use and the picture looks great, the microphone does pick up the person who's holding it voice over others but what do you expect from a device that is the same size as an ipod. This pocket cam is awesome for whats it's designed for, we got it for Christmas and were able to watch what we recorded right on the TV via HDMI... no converting to computer first... AWESOME... The video does come out better in full light but not that bad in low light. the only other feature i would want would be an expandible flash card memory slot... but with 2 hours of on-board memory you really don't need it.

High quality + low price = must buy

2/10/2010

I love this unit. Simple to use and the videos are fantastic. The only downside for me is the flip out usb. I'm a c5c6 quadriplegic and it's pretty hard for me to use even with the usb extension cord. That's the only negative for me but others shouldn't have and problems. Great device Creative.

Vado HD Video Recorder

2/6/2010

Fantastic product. Extremely easy to use, portable, and great video and audio. Was purchased for daughter to take while studying abroad. The compactness is great for international travel. Recommend highly!.