Sanyo's New Xacti J4

Sanyo’s newest camera the Xacti VPC-J4. has a 4 mega pixel CCD that outputs interpolated images equivalent to 8 mega pixel, and a bright, 2.8x inner optical zoom lens F2.7 achieves high-speed zooming in around 1.5 seconds. The Xacti J4 also records VGA-size 640 x 480 video clips at 30 fps with simultaneous audio, for viewing quality equivalent to that of DVD

Realtime Interpolation

Our original algorithm uses three pixel-interpolation filters to convert the CCD's 4.0 effective megapixels to the recorded equivalent of about 8 megapixels. As well as being able to print out a detailed image very clearly, even on A3-size paper, you can also enlarge part of an image without sacrificing image fidelity.

Super Macro

In wide angle mode, you can get as close as 2 cm from your subject and still capture it in stunningly clear detail. Thanks to the super macro function, close-ups are now easier than ever.

Adapted 5 Point AF

This mode gives priority to a picture's composition, and prevents off-center shots where the subject is out of focus, by automatically conducting distance measurements for a center area and five points within it at the top, bottom, left, right and center.

Assist Light for Easy Auto Focus

The Xacti J4's high-intensity white LED provides the extra luminance you need when taking close-ups in low light conditions. It also assists in calibrating the auto focus range in low light conditions, when distances are normally difficult to measure.

Natural Movie

The Xacti J4 records VGA-size (640 x 480) video clips at 30 fps with simultaneous audio, for viewing quality equivalent to that of DVD. With the Xacti J4, you'll enjoy smooth, high-quality video clips without frame-skipping, even on a big screen. Plus, you're free to select the recording rate and resolution that best meets your needs. With a 512MB SD card, you get approximately 5 minutes 45 seconds of recording at 640 x 480 pixels/30 fps, and approximately 1 hour 23 minutes at 160 x 120 pixels/15fps. Another Xacti J4 advantage is the ability to use the zoom while shooting video clips. Now it's easier and more fun than ever to shoot consistently beautiful images and share the joy of your movies with friends and family.

High Speed Zoom

The bright, highly-advanced, 2.8x inner optical zoom lens (F2.7) achieves high-speed zooming of around 1.5 seconds. Along with the 4x digital zoom, it provides a maximum zooming capability of approximately 11x.
The Xacti J4 starts up fast, thanks to its inner zoom lens — a non-protruding optical zoom lens. Turn on the camera, and around 0.8*1 seconds later you can start taking pictures. With a between-shot interval of around 1.5 seconds*1, you can take photos in quick succession without having to wait a long time for the previous image to be saved. The fast-responding Xacti J4 takes the stress out of shooting, and ensures you get the images you want. And when it comes to playing back your recorded images, the approximately 0.5 second playback interval*2 lets you rapidly review the pictures you've already taken.
*1 For still shots in [4M] Fine mode without flash.
*2 For still shots in [4M] Normal mode.

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Sanyo Xacti J4 Specifications

Effective pixel count   Approx. 4.0 megapixels CCD   1/2.7 inch, 4.23 megapixel CCD (total) Recording media   SD Memory Card, Multi Media Card Recording file formats Still shots:   JPEG, DCF*1 , DPOF*2, Exif Ver 2.2*3) Video clips: QuickTime (Photo-JPEG), Audio: WAVE (mono) Resolution (pixels)   Still shots: [8M] mode: 3264 x 2448 [6M] mode: 2880 x 2160 [4M] mode: 2288 x 1712 [2M] mode: 1600 x 1200 [WEB] mode: 640 x 480 Sequential shots: [4M] mode: 2288 x 1712 [2M] mode: 1600 x 1200 [WEB] mode: 640 x 480 Video clips: [640] mode: 640 x 480 [320] mode: 320 x 240 [160] mode: 160 x 120 Lens f = 5.7~16.0 mm (equivalent to 37~104 mm on a 35 mm camera), 2.8x optical inner zoom lens F: 2.8 (W)~F3.9 (T), autofocus Photo range Standard: 20 cm (wide)/30 cm (tele) to infinity, Super macro: 2 cm (wide)/30 cm (tele) to 50 cm Shutter speed Still/Sequential shots:   1/2~1/2,000 sec. (Flash: 1/30~1/2,000 sec., Lamp mode: max. 4 sec.) Video clips: 1/30~1/10,000 sec. Digital zoom Shooting: 4x max. (Except still shots: [8M] or [6M] mode, video clips: 30fps) Playback: 51x max. ([8M] or [6M] mode, depending on the resolution) Auto focus 5-point area AF, Spot Exposure correction Program AE, Exposure correction: 1.8 EV (in 0.3 EV steps) Photometry Multi/Center-weighted/Spot Sensitivity Still/Sequential shots: Auto (ISO 50~200), Manual (ISO 50/100/200/400) Video clips: Auto (ISO 200~800), Manual (ISO 200/400/800/1600) Self timer   2 sec./10 sec. White balance Auto: Full Auto TTL, Manual: Sunny/Cloudy/Fluorescent/Incandescent/One push Flash   Auto/Forced/Off/Red-eye (Slow synchro mode possible in Night View mode) Audio   Microphone: Built-in monaural, Speaker: Built-in monaural LCD monitor   1.8-inch A-si TFT LCD 85,000-pixel (Coverage 85%, without designated AV connection cable connected) Viewfinder   Optical real-image zoom viewfinder Interface   AV output (Video: NTSC/PAL composite video, Audio: Monaural sound) USB 2.0 full-speed mode (storage class) Power source   Lithium-ion battery (DB-L20, included), AC adaptor (VAR-G7, optional) Approx. battery life*4   Still shots: approx. 140 stills, Playback: approx. 200 min Dimensions   101 (W) x 46 (H) x 26 (D) mm Weight   Approx. 128g (main unit only), Approx. 149g (including battery and SD card) Included accessories   SANYO Software Pack 6.7 CD-ROM, Dedicated USB connection cable, Dedicated AV connection cable,16MB SD Memory Card*5, Lithium-ion battery, Battery recharger, Hand strap

Still photo capacities   8M (3264 x 2448) 6M (2880 x 2160) 4M (2288 x 1712) 2M (1600 x 1200) WEB (640 x 480) FINE   NORM   FINE   NORM   SFINE   FINE   NORM   FINE   NORM   FINE   NORM with supplied 16 MB SD memory card 5   8   7   10   7   11   16   22   33   113   150

Video recording times 640 x 480 320 x 240/FINE 320 x 240/NORM 160 x 120 15 fps   30 fps   15 fps   30 fps   15 fps   30 fps   15 fps   30 fps with supplied 16 MB SD memory card 19 sec.   9 sec.   44 sec.   22 sec.   1 min. 22 sec.   42 sec.   2 min. 24 sec.   1 min. 16 sec.

Computer Operating Environment

USB Storage Class Operating Systems

•Windows: Windows 98/Me/2000/XP • Macintosh: Mac OS 9.0/9.1/9.2, Mac OS X 10.1 or later Note 1: Installation of supplied driver required for Windows 98. For other systems, install a standard driver .Note 2: OS restricted to preinstalled models.

Sanyo Software Pack 6.7

OS*1 CPU Memory Drive Photo Explorer Motion Director*2 Photo Explorer Motion Director*2   Windows "Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP Pentium II 350MHz or greater Pentium III 1GHz or greater 64MB (128MB forWindows XP)or greater 256MB (512MB recommended)or greater CD-ROM Macintosh Mac OS 9.0 or later (CarbonLib 1.4 or greater) Mac OS X 10.1 or later Power PC or later - 64MB or greater - CD-ROM

*1. OS restricted to preinstalled models. *2.Motion Director is compatible with Windows 98 SE or later.

PC Camera Function

Supported operating system: Windows XP SP1(DirectX 9.0b or greater, Windows Messenger 5.0 or greater is required) .Further details regarding this product can be accessed at http://www.sanyo-dsc.com

Other Functions

Manual Focus Setting     The Xacti J4 offers 15 adjustable manual focus settings.

Sequential Shooting of High-Resolution 4 Megapixel Images     The Xacti J4 enables sequential shooting* of four high-resolution 4 megapixel images at 0.75-second intervals. Now you have no excuse for missing a photo opportunity. *In [4M] Fine mode.

Spot Focus     Brings the center of the screen clearly into focus.

Picture Zoom     Recorded images can be enlarged up to a maximum of 51x (in [8M] or [6M] mode), and stored as enlarged images.

Image Resizing     Images can be quickly and easily resized for attachment to e-mail (640 x 480 pixels or 320 x 240 pixels).

Slide Show     The Xacti J4 offers three different automatic playback modes: a mixture of still shots and video clips; still shots only; and video clips only.

Self-Timer     The Xacti J4 features a self-timer with two settings, providing a shooting delay of either two seconds or ten seconds. No need to worry about keeping your hand steady when you're taking self-portraits or when you're taking long-exposure shots. The self-timer also enables sequential shooting with a delay of either 2 seconds or 10 seconds.

Voice Recorder     Using the built-in microphone and speaker, users can record up to 9 hours* of audio. *When using a 256MB SD card.

Voice Memo     When subsequently reviewing still images, you can add voice memos up to 10 seconds in length.

90-Degree Rotation     Images taken lengthways can be played back sideways, thanks to the 90-degree rotation feature.

Faithful Image Reproduction with Exif Print       You can also connect the Xacti J4 to a printer compatible with the Exif Print file format, for more accurate light and color quality, and consistency in your digital photos.

PRINT Image MatchingII       You can transfer images to a PIMII-enabled printer or PC and create images which faithfully reflect both the original shooting situation and your shooting intention.

Multi-Language Graphical User Control and Talking Navigation     The 10-language capability of Xacti J4 gives you control in any of the following languages: Japanese, English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch, Traditional or Simplified Chinese, or Korean.

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