AIPTEK - HD DV Camcorder Review

Not long ago I had my curiousity stirred when I saw something about the Aiptek HD Video camera.  After seeing a demonstration of it on line, I went ahead and bought it.  The price was a little over one hundred dollars, and if it lived up to what I had read, it would be worth it.  Well, in two words, IT DID! 

First, the camera is smaller and lighter than any I have ever seen.  It fits in a purse of a pocket.  It also fits beautifully in my hand.  When I have it in my hand, I feel confident and ready to take any picture.  The balance and the control are very impressive.  The LCD screen is large and accurate.  I can quickly switch between still and video as the moment dictates.

The pictures are as clear and perfect as any I have ever seen.  Whether they're taken in bright or low light makes little difference.  I have a picture I took of a ski resort at night from 3 miles away through a window, and it is breathtaking.  Other friends have tried to get that same shot with their cameras with no luck.  The menu gives a choice between 5 and 8 pixels, but I keep it on 8 since the pictures look outstanding on that setting.  The videos are very clear and the audio is excellent.  It could use a stablizer, though.

You can hook this up to the tv with the cables that come with it.  I have not yet done that, but I am eager to try it. 

I know I brag too much about this camera, but I never had such a wonderful machine.  In fact, I had just bought a Nikon, and this one topped it by far.  Wish I had bought this one first, because it is going to be the last camera I ever buy.