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Microtek Take-it MV500 / 5.1Megapixel / 12x Digital Zoom / MP3 Player / Digital Video Camera

Microtek MV500 Digital Video Camera
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Item Number: S482-2008
Model: MV500
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Microtek's Take-it MV500 5.1-Megapixel Video Cam.

Digital video has never been so easy or affordable until the Microtek Take-it MV500 digital video camera. This incredibly versatile camera provides MPEG4 video at up to 640x480 resolution at a seamless 30 frames per second provide smooth highresolution movie clips. Ideal for any level of user, it is also a full-featured digital camera with the ability to capture 5.1-Megapixel still images, playback MP3 music files, and act as a web cam for PC. Sharing is made easy with a USB 2.0 interface for sending images to friends and family, and with an AV out for viewing on television as well as Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) for convenient direct printing. Electronic image stabilization, 12x digital zoom, five-mode variable flash, and 2.0” LCD complete this innovative all-in-one solution. At our outrageously low price, this Take -it MV500 digital video camera is the best value in its class. Order while supplies last!


Specifications

  Sensor:  5.1 Megapixel
  Movie Resolution:  320 x 240
  640 x 480
  Memory Included:  32MB Internal
  Storage Media:  Secure Digital
  Movie File Format:  AVI Video
  MPEG-4
  Focal Length:  f=8.2 mm
  Focus Mode:  Focus lock
  Focusing Range:  Normal: 3.3 ft to infinity
  Macro: 1.0 in - 9.8 in
  LCD Monitor:  2.0-inch
  Shutter Speed:  1/20 - 1/4000 sec.
  Exposure Compensation:  ±2 Ev in 0.5 steps
  ISO Speed Range:  ISO 100
  White Balance Control:  Automatic
  Daylight
  Cloudy
  Tungsten
  Fluorescent
  Flash Mode:  Auto
  Red-eye Reduction
  Forced Flash
  Off
  Continuous Shooting:  Approx. 3 images/sec.
  Self-timer:  Yes (10 sec)
  Movie Mode:  30 fps
  Movie Image Resolution:  320 x 240
  640 x 480
  Movie Audio:  Yes
  Computer Interface:  USB 2.0
  Video Out:  PAL/NTSC
  Battery Charger Included:  No
  Height:  2.0-inches
  Width:  2.6 inches
  Depth:  4.43 inches
  Weight:  5.7 oz.
Detailed Features

A Closer Look

Features

  • The perfect first-time digital video camera
    Perfect for all skill levels with easy-to-use menus, intuitive buttons, and one-click image capture. New and improved menus for greater ease of use.
  • Image stabilization system
    Electronic image stabilization steady video recording, reducing the effects of hand shake. Great sharp detail even at the full 12 times zoom.
  • MP3 Player
    The MV500 is also a full featured MP3 Player. Clear and dynamic stereo output. Enjoy your favorite tunes through included earphones or through the built-in speaker.
  • Variable flash with Red-Eye Reduction
    5 user-selectable flash modes (Auto, Auto with Red-Eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Forced Flash with Red-Eye Reduction, and Off) for any type of photographic condition.
  • Audio recording mode
    Audio recording mode for quick note-taking or important memos. Now you can add voice memos to each photo for a personalized message.
Customer Reviews and Rating  
Customer Rating:    4.4
Customer Reviews: 18

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Value 4.4
Features 4.4
Quality 4.4
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Reviewer:  silversurf45@hotmail.com on  Oct 01, 2006
Customer Rating:    5.0
Value 5.0
Features 5.0
Quality 5.0
Performance 5.0

this is a great product, but didnt work whit:A-Data 4GB 150X Turbo Secure Digital Card and the link is http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=2207208&Tab=7&NoMapp=0&CMP=EMC-TIGEREMAIL&SRCCODE=WEBLET02L if one of you have more information you can let me know at silversurf45@hotmail.com, but the camara is one of the best inversion that i made ever. My wife used for send to me pictures of my house to iraq, we are i'm right now


Reviewer:  kclove77 on  May 23, 2006
Customer Rating:    2.0
Value 2.0
Features 2.0
Quality 2.0
Performance 2.0

Hi there, This is Kenny again. After about 3 weeks of use the camera itself is holding it own for the price . I must also include another major pet peeve for all you future-buyers out there. Becareful as the MV-500 bleeds energy from you lithium ion battery even when its turned off. Yes, I have tested it with another brand new lith battery and regular AAA batteries and still the unit bleeds energy so when you take a pic and turn the unit off for a few hours and you try to turn it back on and it won't come on because there is no more juice. Gotta keep a spare lith battery or take out the battery everytime you are finished with a pic. Will con't to post. Still not bad for the price. I will let you guys know more regarding print quality vs. wsiwyg via the screen.


Reviewer:  kclove77 on  May 09, 2006
Customer Rating:    4.0
Value 4.0
Features 4.0
Quality 4.0
Performance 4.0

Excellent little 3 in 1 camera. Some of my pet peeves are: 1-Can only use Camcorder in well lite areas. I tried using a flash lite to no avail. 2-In order to enjoy must buy lithium battery aka nokia 8210 battery as the AAA batteries are very short lived. ($25) Must also buy 1 gig of memory ($35). Look for rebates on Tiger Direct to help you save $$$ on the memmory card. 3-Horrible sound recording and playback. Better to use the included headphones for listening. 4-Auto defaults to Camcorder mode everytime you turn on unit and must scroll to get camera and then rest the flash settings everytime the camera is turned on. 5-Bad pouch/case included. I'd rather have a belt pouch so that I can wipp it out and take a pic. Overall, very good 3-1 all around toy for every day use. Becareful of flimsy battery latch door and flimsy plastic memmory card door.


Reviewer:  Angel on  May 08, 2006
Customer Rating:    5.0
Value 5.0
Features 5.0
Quality 5.0
Performance 5.0

Camera performs well. One of my favorite features is the size of it. It can fit right in your pocket. Definitely buy the rechargeable lithium ion battery and charger. Camera performed excellently, and even under low light was better than expected. The 640x480 resolution is better than most digital still cameras. Records slow to the card, for the $$$, performs well.


Reviewer:  shanice on  May 07, 2006
Customer Rating:    5.0
Value 5.0
Features 5.0
Quality 5.0
Performance 5.0

I love it, Thee photos are crystal cler, so is the video. you can take photos in low light because of flash. The only problem I have is how fast it eats batteries


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What You Should Know
MEGAPIXELS AND PHOTO PRINT SIZE
The photo print quality of your images depends on the camera's "megapixel rating." The higher number of pixels your camera has, the higher the resolution (or sharpness) of your images---and the larger your prints can be without quality loss.

MEGAPIXELS AND PHOTO PRINT SIZE
The photo print quality of your images depends on the camera's "megapixel rating." The higher number of pixels your camera has, the higher the resolution (or sharpness) of your images---and the larger your prints can be without quality loss.

Digital Camera Flash Storage Capacities
* Average file size using cameras highest resolution JPEG mode. Actual number of photos, songs, and minutes will vary depending on camera/device model, format resolution and compression, usable capacity, and bundled software. Actual usable memory capacity may vary. 1MB equals 1 million bytes; 1GB equals 1 billion bytes.

NUMBER OF IMAGES STORED ON A DIGITAL CARD
The number of pictures you can take varies depending on your camera model and complexity of the scene being photographed. To calculate how many pictures your card can hold, divide the capacity of your card by the average file size of your images. For example, if you have a 256MB card, and use a camera that has an average file size of 1.2MB, then 256 divided by 1.2 gives you approximately 213 pictures. As you change modes on your camera, the number of images will increase if you shoot in a lower resolution mode, and decrease if you shoot in a higher resolution mode.

Flash Card Speed Comparison
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Storing Your Video - How Much Hard Drive Space Do I Need?
You've shot some great video on your digital camcorder, but you have no idea how much hard drive space you'll need to download it. You have terrific footage of your kid's birthday party. It's only 10 Minutes long. Can you store it on your 2GB flash drive? Maybe a 200GB external hard drive would come in handy, so you can add more memories and movies to your video collection. See our handy chart below and you'll have your answer.  Be sure to check you camera's manual for the exact requirements!
Mini-DV Raw Footage 60 Mins 30 Mins 15 Mins 10 Mins 5 Mins 1 Mins
Required Drive Space 20.0GB 10.0GB 5.0GB 3.3GB 1.7GB 350MB
Guide To Flash Media Cards
Demystifying Memory Cards in a Flash!

As the digital world advances, so does the desire to retain the information that is gathered. That is no exception for products such as digital cameras, cell phones and MP3 players that offer capacity expansion via numerous types of flash memory cards. Here we break it down for you with an introduction to the various flash memory cards currently available.
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Manufactured by: Microtek
Warranty provided by: Microtek
Limited Warranty: 12 months parts; 12 months labor
Mfg Part No: MV500
UPC No: 793111812845
Box Size: ( Length: 9, Width: 8, Depth: 5 )
Shipping Weight: 1.9000 pound(s)
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