Samson the makers of premiere Audio devices is set to make a splash with it’s new Video Recorder dubbed “Q3″. This device is cabable of recording video at 640 x 480 resolution, althought I don’t see any references to HD quality I’m sure the video image is usable. Lets face it even if you have have a HD video camera, sites such as Youtube don’t allow you to upload in HD quality, so your audience never gets HD quality.
Sampson known for audio equipment is trying to take a way the bad audio stigma, that comes with these small video devices. Sampson’s Q3 has True Stereo Sound, which makes for a awesome device that can definitely make bad video much better with quality audio.
This true audio is achieved by the Q3 having two condenser mics on-board, arranged in such a way that gives you the best stereo recording possible. When I see the Q3 it’s look clunky and futuristic but when you think about it, that could be an advantge when holding the device, it probably provides a better grip. The unit also includes audio meters so you can set and monitor your levels as you shoot, this is an added plus when you look at the other video recorders that don’t give you any choice in the matter when it comes to audio settings.
Overall the Sampson Q3 looks like a winner although I predict that most will overlook the Q3 as a novelty because The Flip, and Kodak Zi units get most of the coverage and are seen in a lot of online circles.
Features:
Built-in stereo condenser microphones with X/Y configuration for true stereo imaging Get up to 1 hour of video with bundled 2GB SD card Accepts up to a 32GB SDHC card for 16 hours of recording time Large 2.4″ LCD display with a resolution of 320 x 240 Video resolution of 640 x 480 at 30 frames/sec Video Format: MPEG-4 SP NTSC / PAL TV output Optics Lens Type: Fixed Focus (0.8m to infinity) Audio formats with video include 44.1/48kHz 16/24-bit Linear PCM WAV or MP3 up to 320kbps Audio only formats include 96kHz 16/24-bit Linear PCM WAV Auto Record Level automatically adjusts audio levels during recordings Uses two standard AA batteries or NiMH rechargeable batteries USB 2.0 with built-in cable Windows and Mac OS compatible Built-in speaker and tripod mount Includes on-board editing software, YouTube up loader software, Apple Quicktime, TV cable, softcase, windscreen, 2GB SD card, two AA Batteries
P.S. Promise me if you get a hold of one before I do, you’ll pass it along so I can review this puppy.
TBTR
