# Palm-Sized DSLRs The ChinaVasion DV59 Captures Video at 720p and Measures a Mere 1.25" By Michael Hines | Published 2011-06-14 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinavasion-dv59 References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2011/06/12/worlds-smallest-hd-camera/) & [chinavasion](http://www.chinavasion.com/spy-cameras/advanced-worlds-smallest-camera/) I have a hard time believing that the ChinaVasion DV59 is a fully functional HD camera. The camera measures a mere 1.25 inches, yet can shoot videos at 8 megapixels. The ChinaVasion DV59 is shaped like a [miniature DSLR camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chamera) and can shoot video at 720p at 30 frames per second. The camera can hold a 32GB memory card, although I doubt you would be able to view recent photographs on its [tiny screen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photo-creator-mini-cam). The camera itself sells for $45, a price that is considerably cheaper than what most DSLRs go for these days. While I wouldn't use this camera as my everyday point-and-shoot, it does seem like it would be fun as a party favor or a novelty item. You can check out the camera here, along with many more [innovative cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canon-eos-c50). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Miniature DSLR Cameras:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating miniature DSLR cameras with high-quality video capabilities. - **Compact HD Cameras:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing compact cameras with high-definition video recording capabilities. - **Affordable DSLR Alternatives:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in producing affordable alternatives to traditional DSLR cameras. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the consumer electronics industry to create compact and affordable DSLR-like cameras. - **Photography and Videography:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the photography and videography industry by developing compact cameras with high-quality video capabilities. - **Novelty Products:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the novelty products industry through the production of miniature DSLR cameras as party favors or novelty items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accessible Vlogger Camera Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pro-camera-system.md) - [DSLR-Like Vlogging Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vlogger-camera.md) - [Pocket-Friendly UHD Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5k-action-camera.md) - [Micro-Sized Vlogging Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-vlog001.md) - [Nostalgic Handheld Video Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-camera.md) - [Nostalgic Digital Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cs8.md) - [Thumb-Sized Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-action-camera.md) - [Compact Vlogging Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vlogging-cameras.md) - [Pocket-Sized Gimbal Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-pocket-3.md)