The Pencam SD is the “pencam” that best suited my tiny camera fixation. The Pencam SD, like other pencams, takes 2 AAA batteries, of which I have many rechargeable sets. This camera uses an SD card for external storage, which means no more proprietary cables or wonky software – just pop the card out of your camera, into a SD card reader, and copy them like you’d copy any other file.
Every “real” camera I’ve bought has come with a 32MB card that’s useless on a “real” camera, but perfect for a Pencam.
The lack of a viewfinder prevents chimping. It comes with a lanyard that’s long enough to go around your neck, a fun silent video mode, and a close focus setting that’s quite useful.
It’s a great, throw in your bag, take on a sailboat, go hiking with camera.
The manual is available here, and the drivers here. If you *really* want the driver disk, drop me a line. :)
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3-in-1 Multi-Function Design:
Digital Still Camera, Digital Camcorder, and PC Camera
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Max. Resolution up to 1.3 Mega-Pixel:
Equipped with 1.3 mega-pixel CMOS sensor, the still image resolution of the PenCam SD delivers high quality photographs.
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Compact Size:
So convenient, you can slip it into your pocket, and take it with you everywhere!
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Expandable Media:
Supports up to a 128MB Secure Digital Card |
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Send your Pictures or even Live Videos:
Keep in touch with family, friends, and clients via e-mail
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Specifications
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Hardware Resolution
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1280 x 960 Pixels (SXGA)
640 x 480 (VGA) |
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Image Sensor
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1.3M CMOS |
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Image Capacity
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1280 x 960 – up to 10 Pictures
640 x 480 – up to 40 Pictures |
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AVI Movie Format
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640 x 480 (HR) 6-8 fps
320 x 240 (LR) 8-10 fps
Note: Must have SD Card to Record |
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Video Conferencing
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320 x 240 Pixels (up to 20 fps) |
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Internal Memory
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8 MB Built-in SDRAM |
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External Memory
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Built-in SD Card Slot (Max. 128 MB) (Not Included) |
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Self-Timer
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10 second Timer with Beep |
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Image Control
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Auto Exposure, Auto White-Balance |
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Shutter Speed
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Electric Variable Speed |
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Image Format
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JPEG, AVI (through software) |
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Frame Counter
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3 Digit LCD Display |
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Computer Interface
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USB |
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Power Saving
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Auto Power Off if Idle over 60 Seconds |
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Power Source
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2 AAA Alkaline Batteries
USB Port when Plugged into PC |
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Camera Dimensions
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3.9″ x 1.7″ x 1.4″ |
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Camera Weight
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51.2 g (without Battery) |
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