Between these 2 cameras, the title of better HD camera goes to Sanyo VPC-FH1. As you can see in the comparisons, the VPC FH1 beats the Sony HDR-TG1 with a 1 pt lead. Though Sanyo VPC FH1 is more expensive than Sony DHR-TG1, Sanyo VPC FH1 has features that are better than Sony HDR-TG1.
| Overall Winner: | Sanyo VPC-FH1 |
| Final Score: | 5 pts (Sanyo VPC-FH1) to 4 pts (Sony HDR-TG1) |
Overall Comparison Details
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| Specification Score | 4 | 3 |
| Comparison Reviews Score | 1 | 1 |
| Video Samples Score | 0 | 0 |
| TOTAL: | 5 | 4 |
Sanyo VPC – FH1 HD vs. Sony HDR – TG1 HD Specifications
In terms of specifications on paper, the Sanyo VPC FH1 is better than the Sony HDR TG1 in some areas while there are also features that both cameras have. However, the Sanyo VPC-FH1 beats the Sony HDR-TG1 through its zoom capability, approximate recording time, still photo and LCD monitor size.
| Specification Winner: | Sanyo VPC-FH1 |
| Specification Score: | 4 pts (Sanyo VPC-FH1) to 3 pts (Sony HDR-TG1) |
Specification Comparison Details
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| Price | $599.59 check latest price | $575.95 check latest price |
| Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920×1080 |
| Zoom Capability | 160x digital / 10x optical | 20x Digital / 10x Optical |
| Recording Media | SD Memory Card | 4GB Pro Duo Mark2 memory card |
| Approximate Recording Time | 5 hours of high quality video | n/a |
| Battery | 1 x Sanyo DB-L50 Li-ion rechargeable battery – 1900 mAh | 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery |
| LCD Monitor Size | LCD display – Low Temperature Poly-Silicon (LTPS) – 3 in – Color | 2.7 inches Clear Photo LCD Plus display |
| Still Photos | 8 megapixels | 4.0 megapixel |
| Camcorder Dimensions | 2.2 x 4.1 x 2.1 inches | 1.3 x 4.7 x 2.5 inches |
| Camcorder Weight | 10.5 ounces | 8.5 ounces |
| Better Specifications Total | 4 |
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Sanyo VPC – FH1 HD vs. Sony HDR – TG1 HD Comparison Reviews
According to current online comparison reviews of Sanyo VPC FH1 and Sony HDR-TG1 made by the true camera experts, both cameras are fantastic.
| Comparison Reviews Winner: | Tie |
| Comparison Reviews Score: | 1 pt (Sanyp VPC-FH1) to 1 pt (Sony HDR-TG1) |
Comparison Reviews Details
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Tie |
Sanyo VPC – FH1 HD vs. Sony HDR – TG1 HD Video Sample Comparison
The sample videos below show that both cameras capture great indoor and outdoor shoots.
| Video Sample Winner: | Tie |
| Video Sample Score: | 0 pt (Sanyo VPC FH1) to 0 pt (Sony HDR-TG1) |
Outdoor Bright Video Sample Details
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| VERDICT: | Tie. Both cameras are great in outdoor shoot. |
Indoor Low Light Video Sample Details
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| VERDICT: | Tie. Both cameras are great in indoor shoot. |
Sanyo VPC – FH1 HD vs. Sony HDR – TG1 HD Additional Info
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Manufacturer: Sanyo Avg. Customer Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars (view all customer reviews) List Price: $499.99 Sale Price: View Most Up to Date Price FREE Shipping (Ship and sold by Amazon.com) |
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Manufacturer: Sony Avg. Customer Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars (view all customer reviews) List Price: $899.99 Sale Price: View Most Up to Date Price FREE Shipping (Ship and sold by Amazon.com) |



