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Vivitar HD Camcorder - RED or BLACK - $5 @ MSY

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Vivitar HD Camcorder - RED or BLACK - $5 @ MSY
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Lventuris on 17/09/2015 - 17:34 msy.com.au (5791 clicks)
Last edited 17/09/2015 - 18:05 by 1 other user

Stumbled across this deal for a Vivitar DVR1020HD-LIC HD camcorder for $5 on the MSY promotions page.

Available in both black and red.

Appears to be stock in most stores however no indication of how much stock is on hand.

I can't imagine that this will give your Go-Pro or Sony camcorder a run for its money but for $5 it's worth trying out.

Technical Specifications

Image SensorCMOS Sensor
Image ResolutionUp to 3264x2448 (8MP)
Video Resolution1920x1080 (1080p)
External MemorySD Card Up to 32GB
Zoom4x Digital Zoom
FlashLED Flash Lamp
Self-Timer2, 5, or 10 second delay
Multi ShotYes
Anti ShakeYes
Face DetectYes
Battery3x AA Batteries

Full specs can be had here:

http://www.vivitar.com/products/2/digital-video-recorders/59…

A random Youtube review here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9o6N2RKB47Q

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  • settler on 17/09/2015 - 17:42

    Shows Out of stock

    • geo365 on 17/09/2015 - 17:43

      Thought so too but it's not. That was the WA Online. Shop with another store and it'll show in stock.

  • [Deactivated] on 17/09/2015 - 17:45

    Out of stock in Balcatta (tried to buy one yesterday).

  • venturis on 17/09/2015 - 17:45
    +1

    All WA stores now showing out of stock. I must have got the last one…

    Almost all other Australian stores still showing stock. Depends on which store you have selected as default as to whether its will show stock.

    I always click on the "Stock Availability" tab to see where the stock is located as its often not available at my local store but is in other stores.

  • ujwols on 17/09/2015 - 17:48

    delivery to NSW $10.. would have bought if there was pick up

    • mr kindface on 17/09/2015 - 18:04
      +2

      there is…

    • internet-stranger on 17/09/2015 - 18:05
      +1

      You can pick up, need to change store from "NSW Online" to the closest store to you, and select store type of pickup.

  • [Deactivated] on 17/09/2015 - 18:21

    Convert it to VHS format!

  • [Deactivated] on 17/09/2015 - 18:41

    awesome just found 2 in Pascoe Vale Sth (Vic)!

    • Empiresearth on 17/09/2015 - 18:55

      do they have more stock ?

      • [Deactivated] on 17/09/2015 - 19:09

        I actually ordered online, so I haven't officially bagged them, (red).

  • phakawi on 17/09/2015 - 18:54

    Thanks for this Got 1 for my young fella and 2 Disney Princess for my little girls.(Xmas Prezys)

  • engineeringprof on 17/09/2015 - 19:12
    -3

    I want to buy one, but I already have a GoPro thanks to OzBargain!

    • Jake D on 18/09/2015 - 08:37
      +1

      I don't understand your comment.

  • netizen on 17/09/2015 - 19:13

    I bought one last week in Clayton shop, still haven't tested it, keep it for gift to someone.

  • malouphix on 17/09/2015 - 19:26
    +1

    Great to use with all the batteries and SDs cards from OB.
    Takes 3xAAs :)

  • adr8 on 17/09/2015 - 19:29

    Bought one, thanks!

  • save a penny on 17/09/2015 - 19:33
    -1

    Aaarrrhhh just bought six cheap Chrissy presents

  • jackwoz on 17/09/2015 - 20:13
    +3

    Is this any better than a phone camera these days?

    • Jackson on 17/09/2015 - 21:02

      No, no optical zoom means it's no better, it could be worse, there might be a single better aspect to it eg. Holding it, not running your battery down, but with no optical zoom you will be sacrificing resolution or having to stand in the exact spot to get your shot.

      Maybe ok for taking YouTube videos, buy even then you probably have a better camera at home

  • delirium211 on 17/09/2015 - 20:16

    Theres still some more at Dandenong

  • muncan on 17/09/2015 - 20:19

    excellent video review bought 4 thanks OP

    • Jackson on 17/09/2015 - 20:54
      +1

      That review sucks, doesn't even tell you if it has an optical zoom, digital zoom, guys sounds like a cracker pot

      • muncan on 17/09/2015 - 20:56
        +3

        What are you talking about? The review is a cult classic. burp

        • Jackson on 17/09/2015 - 21:00

          +1 for the burp

      • dlovep on 18/09/2015 - 09:01

        read the manual said 4x digital zoom, anyway it's close to useless.

  • amoc1001 on 17/09/2015 - 20:28

    Thanks OP. Just purchased one.

  • malouphix on 17/09/2015 - 20:37

    All over red rover, out of stock online and Slacks Creek :)

    • biozet on 18/09/2015 - 14:00

      thanks for saving me checking malouphix.
      we should get a bris petition asking for them opening on sundays

  • piggyfund on 17/09/2015 - 20:38

    Thanks OP, wanted a cheap camera to play around with aside from my phone so this is perfect.

  • ultramatic on 17/09/2015 - 20:50

    Was looking for a good yet cheap camcorder for my Youtube channel. Cheers OP!

  • [Deactivated] on 17/09/2015 - 20:55

    Only online store has it in stock and they ask me to pay $10 delivery fee which is more than the price of the actual camcorder. I am not sure it is worth it.

  • daver on 17/09/2015 - 20:56

    "The LED makes a slight difference…". "Not a bad camera"

    • tryonthis on 17/09/2015 - 21:05
      +8

      I now regret spending $5 on this potato camera.

      Could have used that $5 in buying a 2kg bag of potatoes instead. Sigh.

      • muncan on 17/09/2015 - 21:08
        +2

        But that's a review of the DVR508

        • daver on 17/09/2015 - 21:39

          Had a bit of a chuckle viewing first video my apologies; Testing Vivitar DVR 1020HDshould reflect posted model.
          Reasonably sharp in FHD footage mode. Still, not a patch on a OneplusOne (SONY IMX214 sensor) my 4k- shooter, although they commonly struggle in low light tests.

    • Hornpub on 18/09/2015 - 04:28

      thanks so much for this link, it is basically like throw 5 bucks out of the windows for nothing.

  • shapers on 17/09/2015 - 21:03

    Thanks :)

  • serapax on 17/09/2015 - 21:08

    Link is for the black one. There are still quite a few red ones available, but you need to do a search.

  • banana365 on 17/09/2015 - 21:15
    +1

    Just bought 5 red ones from NSW online. Postage doubled the cost, but at that price they're almost disposable. If I drop one of a cliff I'll be fairly relaxed, much more so than if I did the same with my GoPro.

  • davidtrad on 17/09/2015 - 21:55

    Just got 3 of them from QLD-ONLINE and paid direct deposit to reduce handling fee, $10 delivery so not so bad.

    I bought an action cam from JB-HI for the boat for $39 and it was a puss bucket, going to give one of these a try as I think I can mount this on the swivel holder I have made already.

    I dont think you can go all to wrong for $5, the remainign two I will keep as spares or as a cheap present for someone (Maybe a kid?)

  • congo on 17/09/2015 - 21:56

    What is with the handling fee?

    • davidtrad on 17/09/2015 - 22:09

      Related to shipping, they wanted $15 shipping when I was paying with either PayPal or CC, then I chose DD and it dropped down to $10 with a note stating handling fee removed due to Direct Deposit…

  • Ouffer serffer on 17/09/2015 - 22:32

    In stock Cheltenham Victoria. They run on 3 AA Batteries. I believe this camera cannot be charged.

  • Ouffer serffer on 17/09/2015 - 22:34
    +6

    By 22:33 Melbourne time, stock details are as follows:
    Store Stock Availablity
    ACT_Fyshwick In Stock
    NSW_Auburn Out of Stock
    NSW_Hurstville In Stock
    NSW_Kingsford In Stock
    NSW_Online In Stock
    NSW_Ultimo Out of Stock
    QLD_Brendale In Stock
    QLD_IpswichBundamba In Stock
    QLD_Morningside In Stock
    QLD_Online In Stock
    QLD_SlacksCreek In Stock
    QLD_Varsitylakes In Stock
    SA_AdelaideCBD Low Stock - Contact Store
    SA_Elizabeth Out of Stock
    SA_HoldenHill Out of Stock
    SA_NorthPlympton Out of Stock
    SA_Online In Stock
    SA_PortAdelaide In Stock
    TAS_Glenorchy Out of Stock
    VIC_Brooklyn Low Stock - Contact Store
    VIC_Cheltenham In Stock
    VIC_Clayton Out of Stock
    VIC_Dandenong Out of Stock
    VIC_Geelong In Stock
    VIC_Malvern Out of Stock
    VIC_Mitcham Out of Stock
    VIC_NorthMelbourne In Stock
    VIC_Online In Stock
    VIC_Pascoevale Out of Stock
    WA_Balcatta Out of Stock
    WA_Cannington Out of Stock
    WA_Online Out of Stock

  • Fappo on 17/09/2015 - 22:38
    +1

    Video quality looks pretty terrible:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90u2cEWhYd4

    • Cluster on 17/09/2015 - 23:45
      +2

      I guess the point of the deal is that it's a full functioning video camera for the cost of a sandwich. Yes, it's not very good at all, but I know people who wouldn't think twice about spending $4 on a glass of tap water diluted Coke. Use it as a disposable video camera for a stupid trick or something.

      • Fappo on 18/09/2015 - 00:02
        +1

        Fair enough. Even at five bucks it's a waste of money for me though, as I'll never use it. At least I'll drink a glass of sugar water if I drop a fiver on it.

        If you have a use for it though, five bucks is a bargain, for sure.

  • EggMan28 on 17/09/2015 - 22:42

    Crazy price. Ordered one for pickup. Was $34 at Easter - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/188344

  • jenna12 on 17/09/2015 - 22:48

    I was considering getting one for reckless stupid things (and just because it's cheap), but the cost of 3*AA batteries (recurring) and shipping outweighs the novelty. Also the image quality looks worse than a mobile phone camera from many years ago, so realistically I'd probably never end up using it. +1 still

    • Cluster on 17/09/2015 - 23:46

      Ozbargainers use NiMH rechargeables

  • Yuun Yii on 17/09/2015 - 23:27

    Bought a red one from Ultimo NSW. Showing as low stock.

  • dadeadman on 18/09/2015 - 00:16

    So who else is going to collect it from ultimo nsw store tomorrow?

  • Blitzfx on 18/09/2015 - 00:29

    I saw this in MSY Vic - Clayton 2 weeks ago in their bargain bin among other similar cameras. Generally speaking, anything that's in the bargain bin isn't even worth their effort to buy a skip and dispose of.

  • auna on 18/09/2015 - 04:40
    +2

    Got one as a haha gift. Somewhat awful to the maximum. It froze 5 times in 10 minutes. The photos were so far and away abysmal that a gameboy camera looks better. When you press the buttons on the left of the display it warps and feels like it's going to explode.

    The REAL QUESTION? Is it better quality than Channel 9? The answer is almost yes. It is monumentally sad to say that…

    • gingercat on 18/09/2015 - 08:27

      thanks i changed my mind of ordering two.

  • samlor on 18/09/2015 - 07:41

    Ordered one for local pickup as a $5 LED flash light for something to use my Eneloop rechargeable batteries on, with a built-in 1080p camera :-)

  • com930 on 18/09/2015 - 08:05
    +2

    Placed an order before reading comments as usual, now hope MSY won't confirm the order =))

  • howbazaar on 18/09/2015 - 09:11
    +1

    Thanks, bought 2 to see if I can make make a 3D vid.

    • muncan on 18/09/2015 - 09:28
      +2

      You'd look pretty badass with two of these taped together. I'm going for 4x taped together to film my own IMAX movies (or 4K if you prefer).

      • muncan on 18/09/2015 - 20:03

        D'oh - sold one to a colleague for $10.
        I don't suppose 3K is a thing?

  • pitufon on 18/09/2015 - 09:39

    Tried pick-up no stock - SO I went delivery, managed to get 2 of these plus $10 delivery still a bargain. Thanks OP!!!

  • churchado on 18/09/2015 - 09:47

    I'm getting nothing..how do I do delivery?

  • Knightelf on 18/09/2015 - 11:46
    +3

    Latest update: there is no stock and they have hundreds of back orders that they cannot fill. This price was just to get rid of existing stock, they're not going to get more stock in based on this price. Mass cancellations incoming.

  • SteveAndBelle on 18/09/2015 - 11:46
    +2

    Just received this:

    We suddenly received an unexpected jump in the Vivitar DVR1020HD-LIC Cam Recorder orders. At the moment, we do not have enough stock to even fulfil all the online delivery orders. Sorry for the troubles. Thank you

    So they're admitting they prioritise the online orders first. Pfft, 'whatever'. Greenie REVOKED!

  • adr8 on 18/09/2015 - 12:34

    My order history is now showing ready to dispatch, I ordered soon after the deal was posted (Vic online).

  • shapers on 18/09/2015 - 12:52

    Dear Customer,
    The product you seek is currently out of stock at the moment. Please check with us on a later date or alternative.
    Thank you for email us.
    Best Regards,

    • psychomagic on 18/09/2015 - 12:58

      Same reply that I got

  • piggyfund on 18/09/2015 - 13:47

    Nooooooooo :(

  • mraffaele on 18/09/2015 - 13:49
    +1

    Got an super helpful email that said:

    Your order is ready for pickup. Reference #XXX.

    Due to high demand of the cameras you’ve ordered, unfortunately on this occasion we cannot supply the unit/s to you.

  • adamp on 18/09/2015 - 15:02
    +1

    Payment refunded in full
    No disposable video cam for me…sad face

    • jaj024 on 18/09/2015 - 15:55

      Me too refunded…

    • OZBargainer in SA on 21/09/2015 - 09:29

      I got an extra one, if anyone wants it they can have it for $5+postage from SA

  • solidsnake on 18/09/2015 - 16:08

    Just was at fyshwick one and they still have heaps of red ones left

    • lumiere on 21/09/2015 - 20:23
      +1

      Thank you.

  • Yuun Yii on 18/09/2015 - 23:42

    I was at Ultimo today picking mine up and the guy said they all sold out there. Also got two emails from MSY before picking up - the first one saying my order was processed and ready for pickup, while the second one said they had no stock but had an alternative $5 camcorder.

  • OZBargainer in SA on 20/09/2015 - 10:05

    I got a second one (in red) if someone wants it. $5 + postage from SA

  • adr8 on 01/10/2015 - 14:00

    Anyone find that you have to record in 720P to get the best result as shooting in 1080P and panning the video looks choppy/jerky?

    Not sure if it is because of the camera's cheap components or my PC not being able to playback 1080P video smoothly.

    • Yuun Yii on 01/10/2015 - 22:58
      +2

      Yep, same here. I figured that 1080p records in 15fps only, while 720p records a smooth 30fps. Tried the lower resolutions and they are 30fps too.

      • adr8 on 01/10/2015 - 23:41

        Thanks, at least I know now it is not my PC that is causing the problem.

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