HD Video Recording Gets More Affordable

DXG, a company that most folks have never heard of, is making some waves with its announcement of a new HD video camcorder with up to 1280 x 720-pixel recording, 5-megapixel still image capability (rising to 8 megapixels with interpolation), SD memory card storage, and a 3-inch flip-out LCD. All for just $150.

The DXG-566V shoots at 30 frames per second (fps) at both of its resolutions settings: HD 1280 x 720 (16:9 aspect ratio) and standard definition 720 x 480 (4:3). Other features include a 2x digital zoom and USB 2.0 connectivity. DXG notes that the camcorder should be available shortly after CES.