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Reviews of the Oregon Scientific ATC5K Waterproof Action Camera

  • 5.4

    CNET Review

    August 7, 2009

    The Good: The ATC5K has a color LCD that makes it easy to use in the field. Its Webcam and live monitor function enhance the usefulness of the camera. Waterproof, shockproof design takes bumps and splashes in stride.

    The Bad: Front-heavy design makes the unit difficult to mount stably. Low light performance is abysmal.

    The Bottom Line: The ATC5K Action Camera has a few new features that make it easy to pick up and start using; however, it falls flat when it comes to video and photo quality.

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  • 8.3

    alaTest.com

    By alaTest | November 23, 2009

    Review Summary: Experts rate this product 56/100 and users 60/100. Comparing these reviews to 104865 other Camcorders reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 83/100 = Very Good.

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  • 6.0

    trustedreviews.com

    By Hugo Jobling | October 18, 2008

    Review Summary: Oregon Scientific's ATC5K definitely looks the part of a rugged camcorder, but are its appearances deceiving?

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Manufacturer: Oregon Scientific

Part number: ATC5K

General

  • Product Type Camcorder
  • Optical Sensor Type CMOS
  • Digital Video Format AVI
  • Camera Flash Built-in
  • Webcam Capability Yes

Main Features

  • Color Support Color
  • Still Image Format JPEG
  • Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
  • TV Tuner None
  • Video Capture AVI - 640 x 480, AVI - 320 x 240

Memory / Storage

  • Supported Flash Memory SD Memory Card
  • Integrated Memory 32 MB
  • Floppy Drive None
  • Image Storage JPEG 640 x 480
  • Media Type Flash card

Lens System

  • Type Lens
  • Max View Angle 53 degrees
  • Lens system type Lens
  • Focus Adjustment Focus free
  • Min Focus Range 10 ft

Additional Features

  • Digital Still Camera Function Yes
  • Additional Features Auto power save, Shock resistant, Water resistant
  • Remote control Remote control - Infrared
  • Software Drivers & Utilities
  • Included Accessories Strap, O-ring, Webcam stand, Tripod adapter, Silicone grease, Handle bar mount, Helmet mounting kit

Viewfinder

  • Viewfinder Type None

Display

  • Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 1.5 in

Digital Player (Recorder)

  • Type None

Microphone

  • Type Microphone - Built-in

Connections

  • Connector Type 1 x USB, 1 x Composite video/audio output
  • Expansion Slot(s) 1 x SD Memory Card

Audio Input

  • Audio input type Microphone
  • Microphone type Built-in
  • Microphone Operation Mode Mono
  • Microphone Technology Electret condenser

System Requirements for PC Connection

  • Operating System Support MS Windows XP, MS Windows 2000, MS Windows Vista, Apple Mac OS X 10.3, Apple Mac OS X 10.4
  • Peripheral Devices USB port, CD-ROM drive, SVGA monitor
  • System Requirements Details Windows 2000/XP/Vista - Pentium III - 128 MB - 800 MB

Miscellaneous

  • Carrying Case Pouch
  • Underwater Depth up to 9.8 ft
  • Cables Included 1, 1 x A/V cable, USB cable

Power

  • Battery type - Alkaline

Battery

  • Supported Battery AA
  • Supported Battery 2 x AA ( Optional )

Viewfinder / Display

  • Display Form Factor Built-in

Physical Characteristics

  • Width 2 in
  • Depth 4.4 in
  • Height 2.1 in

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