Camcorder with great optics supported by image stabilizer on the compact body, ideal for enthusiasts whose creativity requires high quality video. Thanks to the effective pixels of approximately 2.91 megapixels, Canon HD CMOS delivers stunning picture quality even in low light , superb dynamic range and realistic colour reproduction. The powerful DIGIC DV 4 image processor provides low-noise and deep-view images in conjunction with the sensor.
Thanks to the new 26.8 mm brilliant lens, it delivers image quality unprecedented by compact camcorders. Smooth 20x optical zoom lets you get closer to action. A new, 8-sided round aperture delivers soft deflection, and the f / 1.8 brightness will help you reuse all the light in the space you're shooting. Optical stabilization ensures a perfectly stable picture.
Using two slots for SDXC / SDHC memory cards allows simultaneous recording in various formats (AVCHD and MP4) or at different baud rates. Enjoy double the benefits of professional-quality video and easy uploading to the web. MP4 modes are available for fast or slow motion recording.
OLED touch screen offers better response, great resolution, contrast and colour reproduction than equivalent LCD displays. The 0.61 cm (0.24 ") screen size viewfinder and 1.56 million pixel resolution can be tilted up to 45 °, allowing for different scanning positions. Remote control of video camera functions via WiFi devices. Wireless transfer of records is also possible via phone or tablet or via FTP .
Parameters and Specifications:
Image sensor:
Sensor: HD CMOS Pro Type 1 / 2.84 "
System: Bayer mosaic filter
Total pixels: Approximately 3.09 megapixels
Effective pixels: Approximately 2.91 megapixels (2,136 × 1,362)
Minimum lighting: Automatic: 1.0 lx; Slow shutter: 0.1 lx
Lens:
Zoom ratio: 20x
Focal Length: 26.8 to 576 mm (equivalent to 35mm film / 28.8-576 mm with Dynamic IS enabled)
Minimum focusing distance: 10 mm (widescreen)
Frontal number range: f1.8 to f2.8
Filter diameter: 58 mm
Awning Lamps: A circular aperture with 8 lamellae
Stabilization system: Optical Image Stabilizer, Intelligent IS with Advanced Dynamic Mode
Digital Zoom: Up to 400 ×
Wide Connector Connection: YES (optional WA-H58)
Image processor:
Type DIGIC DV processor 4
Focusing:
Automatic / Manual: YES / YES
Automatic control: Face Detection AF / Face AF only / Instant AF / Medium AF / TV AF
Manual control: Lens ring, Touchscreen LED, Focus presets
Focus Assist for manual focusing: YES (Magnification, Contour Highlighting)
Shutter speed:
Maximum 1/2 000 s
Low 1/2 s
AE mode:
Smart AUTO: YES (38 scenes)
Program Auto Exposure: AUTOMATIC
Mode M: P, Tv, Av, M (Manual Exposure), SCN (Portrait, Sport, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Night, Lowlight, Spotlight, Fireworks)
Cinema Mode: P, Tv, Av, M
Zebra pattern: YES
Backlight Compensation:
YES (automatic or user controlled)
Creative Features:
Filters for film appearance
Record:
Storage media: SDXC / SDHC / SD cards (2 slots)
Recording: in double format, recording into two slots (current) and the possibility of forwarding (permanent) recording
Type: For Class 1080 / 50P recording, Class 6 (or higher) cards are recommended
For other Full HD recording, Class 4 (or higher) cards are recommended
Slow / fast motion mode: (MP4 mode only) 2 × fast movement, 0.5 × slow motion
Progressive Scan Mode: YES (25p)
Slow and fast motion recording: MP4 mode only (2x fast / 0.5x slow)
Video clip: YES, during recording
For REC / Preconfiguration: YES, assigned button
Concurrent shooting and shooting
Convert to MP4 format
Easy loading on the web
Record Format:
Four AVCHD recording quality modes
50P: 1,920 × 1,080, 28 Mbps
50i / PF25: 1,920 × 1,080, 24 Mbps
50i / PF25: 1,920 × 1,080, 17 Mb / s
50i / PF25: 1 440 × 1080, 5 Mb / s
Five recording modes in MP4 quality
50p: 1,920 × 1,080, 35 Mb / s
25p: 1,920 × 1,080, 24 Mbps
25p: 1,920 × 1,080, 17 Mb / s
25p: 1,280 × 720, 4 Mb / s
25p: 640 × 360, 3 Mb / s
AVCHD / MP4 (simultaneous recording)
Sound:
System: 2 channel Dolby Digital (2ch AC-3), 5.1 channel surround sound (via optional SM-V1 microphone)
Select the scene: YES
Zoom microphone: YES (adjustable frequency response and direction)
Manually control the recording level: YES
Display:
Type: Capacity organic LED display
Format: 8.8 cm (3.5 "), 100% display
Points: Equivalent to the resolution of 1.23 million points
Electronic viewfinder:
Format: Diagonal 0.61 cm (0.24 "), 100% display
Points: Equivalent to a resolution of 1.56 million points
Customizability: YES (tilting up to 45 degrees)
Input Output:
1x HDMI (mini-HDMI output only)
1x AV (output only)
1x Component (output only)
1x Headphones
1x Microphone
1x USB (Mini-B, Hi-Speed USB - only output)
1x Power Input
Different:
Accessory socket: YES (socket without contacts and accessory minipigs)
User Control YES: control dial plus 5 buttons with assignable function
Maximum continuous recording time:
Supplied batteries: BP-820: 3 h 10 min
Optional batteries: BP-828: 4 h 55 min
Dimensions:
115 x 84 x 231 mm (with sun screen)
Weight:
900 g (with sun screen and battery)