Model name | VN-EZ1 | ||||||
Moving picture compression format | MPEG-4 standard | ||||||
Still image compression format | JPEG standard | ||||||
Recording format | Moving picture: ASF, Still image: JPEG (Exif 2.1) | ||||||
Recording medium | SmartMedia (SSFDC) 3.3V type 2MB, 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB memory cards | ||||||
Moving picture size and recording time (approx.) | - | Image size | Transmission rate (sound) |
4MB | 8MB | 16MB | 32MB |
LP | 160 x 120 | Approx. 28.8 kbps (16 kbps) |
17 min. | 34 min. | 1 hour 8 min. |
2 hours 17 min. | |
Normal | Approx. 64 kbps (16 kbps) |
7 min. 30 sec. |
15 min. | 30 min. | 1 hour | ||
Fine | Approx. 192 kbps (24 kbps) |
2 min. 30 sec. |
5 min. | 10 min. | 20 min. | ||
S-Fine | Approx. 384 kbps (32 kbps) |
1 min. 15 sec. |
2 min. 30 sec. |
5 min. | 10 min. | ||
1/4 VGA | 320 x 240 | Approx. 384 kbps (32 kbps) |
1 min. 15 sec. |
2 min. 30 sec. |
5 min. | 10 min. | |
Still image size and storage capacity (approx. no.) |
Normal | 640 x 480 | -- | 72 shots | 144 shots | 288 shots | 576 shots |
Fine | -- | 36 shots | 72 shots | 144 shots | 288 shots | ||
Image pickup device | 1/4-inch CCD with approx. 350,000 pixels (total number of pixels), progressive scanning CCD Square pixel, RGB filter, 4x digital zoom (can be used only while recording in LP, Normal, Fine, or S-Fine mode) | ||||||
Lens | Fixed with macro, F=3.4, f=3.8mm (equivalent to 35mm camera with conversion value of 37mm) | ||||||
LCD monitor | 1.8-inch TFT LCD color monitor (61,380 pixels) | ||||||
Power consumption | 3.4W (when recording), 2.7W (when playing back) | ||||||
Continuous operating time | Approx. 1 hour [with included Alkaline AA batteries] Approx. 1 hour and 40 min. [with rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride AA batteries (1450mAh)] | ||||||
Speaker output | 100mW (monaural) | ||||||
DC input jack | For optional AC adapter (6V DC rated input) | ||||||
External dimensions (W x H x D) |
81.4 x 89.5 x 42.0 mm (3.2" x 3.5" x 1.7") | ||||||
Weight | Approx. 148 g (5.2 oz) [approx. 240 g (8.5 oz) with SmartMedia card and 4 Alkaline batteries] | ||||||
Supply voltage | 6V DC (Alkaline AA batteries, corresponding rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride AA batteries, or AC adapter) | ||||||
Supplied accessories | 4 Alkaline AA batteries, 4MB SmartMedia memory card, hand strap, soft case, application software on CD-ROM |
System Requirements for PixLab Integrated Digital Media Software |
Computer*1 | IBM PC/AT compatibles | ||||||||||||||||
Operating system | Microsoft Windows® 95*2 or Windows® 98 (Recommended) (Internet Explorer 4.01 Service Packx or Internet Explorer 5 must be installed.) | ||||||||||||||||
CPU*3 | 133MHz Pentium® or higher CPU (200 MHz MMX Pentium® or higher recommended) | ||||||||||||||||
RAM*3 | 32MB or more (64MB or more recommended) | ||||||||||||||||
Hard disk space required for installation |
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Hard disk capacity for operating applications |
Approx. 60MB (when using a video file of 16MB) Depending on the file size, more hard disk capacity may be necessary. Excludes capacity for file saving | ||||||||||||||||
Hard disk characteristics*3 |
Ultra ATA/33 or later recommended | ||||||||||||||||
Video card*3 | 800 x 600 dot resolution or more, capable of displaying 65,536 colors/compatibility with DirectX 6*5 | ||||||||||||||||
Sound card | Sound Blaster compatible | ||||||||||||||||
CD-ROM drive | Needed for software installation |
Notes: | |
*1 | Sharp does not guarantee operation on all computers. PixLab software may not operate properly with self-made computers or those with a modified mother board. The computer must be able to play back sound and moving pictures using Media Player. |
*2 | Service Pack 1 must be installed for Windows® 95 4.00.950. |
*3 | Depending on the capability or capacity of the computer, operation may become very slow or not perform as expected. |
*4 | All these applications need to be installed as precondition for PixLab to operate properly. Not necessary if equivalent applications are already installed. |
*5 | Please consult the manufacturer of your video card for compatibility with DirectX 6. |
MPEG-4: Moving Picture Experts Group Phase 4. An international standard for compressing video and sound. | |
Personal computer required for Internet connection. | |
ASF (Advanced Streaming Format): Streaming multimedia file format developed by Microsoft. | |
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. | |
SmartMedia is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation. | |
All company and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders. | |
Design and specifications are current as of March 1999, but are subject to change without prior notice. |
Main Features / Specifications / Sample Clips |