Description

A durable, waterproof digital video camera for capturing high quality video and still images (waterproof to a depth of 1.5 metres). The camera benefits from a 5x optical zoom lens, enabling the user to get closer to the subject matter without degrading the image, and a 2.5 inch swivel TFT LCD preview screen. Digital video and stills images are recorded directly to the included 1GB High Speed Secure Digital memory cards, eliminating the need for video tapes and meaning that the images are easily transferred to a computer.

Features

• Record high quality video and sound at up to 640x480 pixels resolution, at a smooth 30 frames per second in MPEG 4 file format,
• Capture still images at up to 6.0 Mega Pixels in standard JPEG file format,
• Expandable Secure Digital memory card slot, with a 1GB High Speed memory card included (will hold up to 1 hour of 640x480 video, or 343 6 mega pixel still images),
• Waterproof to a depth of 1.5 metres (4.92 feet),
• 5x optical zoom auto focus lens with Macro facility for close up photography, and built-in image stabilisation,
• Built-in full colour 2.5" Trans-reflective LCD preview/playback screen, visible even in direct sunlight, and stereo microphone,
• Includes automatic flash, USB2.0 port for rapid image transfer, and Lithium-ion rechargeable battery.

Benefits

• Easy to use, enabling pupils and teachers to quickly capture high quality video and still image resources,
• Durable and weather resistant design make it ideal for use on school trips,
• Ergonomic, compact (70 x 111 x 40mm) and lightweight (217g) design for ultra-portability, comfort and steady use with one hand,
• Ideally suited to standing up to be accidentally dropped in a river on the school field trip. Also perfect for capturing underwater footage of minibeasts in the school pond!
• Connect directly to a TV or data projector for instant playback in the classroom,
• Ideal for capturing evidence of pupils' activities, projects and places visited - perfect for assessment and OFSTED inspections!
• Develop pupils' collaborative and presentation skills through the context of making a movie.