Archos AVCam 300 Digital Still Camera and Video Camcoder Module

price: too low!

SKU: 500386

Sales Rank: 36303

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Product Description

The AVCam 300 is an add-on module for any of the Archos AV300 series video player / recorders. If you want to take high resolution photos (3.3 megapixel) just add the AVCam 300 module and your AV320, AV340 or AV380 will become a digital still camera or a video camcorder. You can also create your own personal MPEG-4 videos in QVGA (VHS quality). Share your favorite photos and videos with your friends.

Product Specification

BatteriesIncluded:: 0
Binding:: Electronics
Brand:: Archos, Inc.
EAN:: 0690590503861
Feature:: Unique combination of MPEG4 camcorder and digital still camera: within seconds you can switch the functionality of the AVCam 300 from camcorder to still camera
10x digital and 3x optical zoom Ricoh lens 6.2-18.6mm
matched optical system and advanced imaging technology for high resolution crystal clear pictures and video
Camcorder to record up to 80 hours of MPEG4 video, QVGA (320x240) 18f/s, with MP3 stereo sound
3.3Mpex
Label:: Archos
Manufacturer:: Archos
Model:: 500386
ProductGroup:: CE
Publisher:: Archos
Studio:: Archos
Title:: Archos AVCam 300 Digital Still Camera and Video Camcoder Module
UPC:: 690590503861
MPN:: 500386

Customer Reviews

Great Camera/Camcorder combiation !!

Perhaps not as good as a dedicated Camera or a dedicated Camcorder, but as a combo device that adds very little weight to the AV300 series, it is an must-have option.Pictures are bright and clear.Video is clear sharp and very good frame rates (25 to 30 fps).Don't be misled by the negative reviews here.This is a great optional accessory for AV300 users.Not too mention that it comes with a vey nice travel case that fits the AV300 AND the AVCAM together.Nowadays it is kinda hard to find, but if you...

1/15/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

Poor Image Quality

This is like the vanilla webcam on your PC. Not dignified to be called a camcorder. The colour quality is terrible. Doesnt quickly adjust to changes in lighting, very poor image quality and the final file on the Archos is huge. As for the zoom its movements and sound (the microphone captures the loud noise) is so 1920's that people around us were wondering if the camera had broken. Since everything is software driven the limitations are very high. All in all leave camcorder technology to the pros...

4/12/2005 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

Archos AvCam 300

Excellent camera. Takes images upto 2048x1024 with 3.3 mp quality. The video quality of the camcorder is a bit above vhs quality but not quite dvd recording capabilities yet. An awesome set for the price - Also comes with the stereo microphone which is PRE-AMPED which allows extremely good sound recording far superior to the mic on the AV320, 340 or 380 itself....

9/4/2004 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

Not what I expected...

I have an AV340 and this add-on product was one of the main reasons I purchased the Archos over the RCA Lyra A/V jukebox.Sure it takes ok pictures and videos in good light but...- It is very slow to start up to take any type of picture.You need to boot the Archos, select camera or camcorder and wait for that function to boot - by then the moment may be gone...- In the camera mode the annoying digital camera delay from when you press the shutter to when the picture is take is longer than on my 3...

1/13/2004 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

Nice Cam, but does lack in areas

The ARCHOS AVCam was a main factor in my purchasing of the base unit the AV340.I just recieved my Cam and I was impressed in some areas and not so impressed in others.First, it is a bit steep in price at around $200.00, but it is a camera and camcorder.I've taken probably 100 pictures already today, and when you hold it steady, and have the right lighting the pictures come out amazingly well.However, you shake the camera little bit or the lighting in the room isn't the greatest the pictures can...

12/25/2003 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews