MiNi DV MD80 Micro Video Camera [Ultra Mini VGA Camera]

Posted on TFTS by Andrew Tingle on Monday, 27. April 2009 under: Cameras & Camcorders

mini dv md80 micro video camera

Looking for a super compact video camera that’s idea to capture such as extreme sports and outdoor pursuits without bulking you down and generally getting in the way? This MiNi DV MD80 Micro Video Camera which captures VGA resolution video directly to microSD memory cards could fit the bill perfectly.

Measuring in at an impressively compact 55 x 28 x 20mm and weighing in at just 50g, meaning it can be clipped to clothing, worn around the neck thanks to a supplied cord or even mounted onto helmets, the MiNi DV MD80 Micro Video Camera records at 640 x 480 resolution at 25 frames per second in MotionJPG file format and is billed as being capable of recording up to two hours of continuous video – 40 minuets of video recording requiring around 1GB of storage capacity – based on a full two hour charge of its integrated battery.

MiNi DV MD80 Micro Video Camera Key Features:

Thumb size alloy housing
Manually and sound activated recording
Web camera for online video chat
Support AVI video format
Low illumination, high resolution image with 2000K pixels
High speed recording and quick light response
30 frames per second for 640*480 video output
Built-in Li rechargeable battery lasting for 2 hours
Provide 2G Micro SD card and Support 8G memory card (max)
Easy operation with LED indicator
Support USB 2.0
Flexible installation with clip and bracket
Support JPEG picture format

The MiNi DV MD80 Video Camera comes with USB connectivity, supports Windows 2000/XP/Vista operating systems and comes supplied with Silicone case, arm band, various straps and mounting screws and will set you back around 180EUR (circa $236).

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Ronald K
The camera is constructed of good quality and does take quality video and audio; HOWEVER, the instructions are vague and were written/translated by one who has has very little understanding of the English language. The instructions are terrible and aawfully disgusting.

http://nexus404.com/Blog Andrew Tingle
Thanks for the insight, Ronald – I’m sure others thinking of getting the MD80 will take this on-board.

Gabriel
I agree with Ronald K. I purchased one and am very pleased with quality of video. Audio is a bit weak and must ensure voice is within the specified 3 meters (9 feet) or less for it to record audio well. Sometimes the Voice activation mode takes a while for it to start recording.
MK
My camera doesn’t seem to want to format the 8gb SDHC card I’ve put in it.
When I connect to PC it just shows as a storage device but there are no folders etc.
I’m sure there should be a DCIM folder and I’ve made one but it still won’t record to it.
Any ideas?
Help please?
MK
…oh I forgot to say, I can get the camera to operate as a webcam so it is working.
MK
Not to worry.
I sorted it myself.
This is the first time I’ve ever had to format an SD HC card but that’s what did the trick.
I find that mine is a bit flakey when connected by USB to my PC, I sometimes push the ‘mode’ button and it sounds like it’s clicked on and off a couple of times and it can be troublesome to get to work as a webcam.
For all that it’s an incredible little gadget for so little money.
kimjol
Hi,
I bought one and have problems with it: the image is bad, only have afew colors, not realistic, sky is yellow… but the audio is perfect
you could see a sample here:
Could you help?
Thanks!
kimjol
jmereck
when i put mine in voice activation standby mode, it powers off after about 45 secs like it says it does from standyby mode…but in voice activation mode it shouldn’t do that right…i mean if the point is to leave it unattended, the voice activation i sso you can do that so it turns on when i hears something, whenever the sound is >=60dbls and within 3 meters…but if it autopowers off even in voice activation standby mode, then how can this be truly used?
zs1otb
How the hell do set the date on this thing. The manual is in chengrish and I have tried all but hit it with a hammer. Oh yes BTW I’m connecting to a Linux box without problems. Just need to find out how this thing’s date works…
Jim
Buyer beware: Many EBay sellers are flogging cheap knock-off’s as MD-80′s.
Look for the different power switch, and don’t hesitate to ask the seller directly.
I got 2 of the knock-off’s and they freeze up, have short battery life and tend to produce corrupted .avi files.

James
Yeah. the real deals have a slide switch rather than a button. MK said the button was dodgey (that is the fake one) but if you look for video demos on youtube you should see that the vidio is great(at least on the real ones)

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