| Canon VIXIA HV30 MiniDV High Definition Camcorder with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom | 
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| Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
List Price: $899.99
Buy New: $588.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (41 reviews)
Sales Rank: 32
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Monitor Size: 270
Includes Software: Yes
Special Features: nv:Sensor^2.96 Megapixel|Size^1/2.7-inches|Image Resolution^1920 x 1080|Movie Resolution^1440 x 1080|Storage Media^High Definition miniDV (recommended) (63min.) or miniDV cassette|Storage Media^MiniDV Cassette|Compressed Format^JPEG|Movie File Format^HDV|Movie File Format^DV|Optical Zoom^10x|Digital Zoom^200x|Focal Length^f=6.1-61mm|Focus Mode^Manual|Focus Mode^Instant AF|Focus Mode^TTL - AF|LCD Monitor^2.7-inches|LCD Pixels^211,000 pixels|LCD Coverage^100%|Shutter Speed^1/2000
Optical Zoom: 10
Digital Zoom: 200
Connectivity: IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
Display Size: 2.7
Maximum Focal Length: 61
Minimum Focal Length: 6.1
Maximum Resolution: 2070000
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 5.6 x 5.5
MPN: HV30
Model: HV30
UPC: 013803091595
EAN: 0013803091595
ASIN: B00114PN1U
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Capture high-defintion video to MiniDV | | • | 10x optical zoom; SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer | | • | 24p Cinema Mode; 30p Progressive Mode | | • | 2.7-inch widescreen Multi-Angle Vivid LCD | | • | Simultaneous photo capture |
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Product Description
The dramatic Canon VIXIA HV30 incorporates advanced features to bring knowledgeable and demanding videographers the ultimate in HD video and digital photo quality. The VIXIA HV30 is packed with Canon exclusive features you won't find anywhere else. Canon's full HD CMOS sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II image processor deliver breathtaking detail and the best in color reproduction. SuperRange optical image stabilization and instant auto focus gives you the shot control high definition demands. With the genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other advanced features the VIXIA HV30 is sure to be your choice in high definition camcorders. And, with its HD and standard definition recording modes, you can make the move to HD without making your SD equipment obsolete.The VIXIA HV30 is easy to use and delivers the high level of performance you've come to expect from Canon. It's the next step in premium quality high definition camcorders for which sophisticated and discerning videographers have been waiting.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 36 more reviews...
 The best consumer camcorder November 30, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I think this is the best you can do without going into the prosumer +$2000 level. Here is what sets it apart from the average cheap camcorder:
1. The ability to shoot progressive frames. This is invaluable for those filming for the internet. Plus, progressive frames compress better; one of the reasons store bought movies look better than average joe's.
2. The ability to white balance. Especially with blue/green screening, this is very helpful. Good luck finding it on the average consumer camcorder.
3. Native 1920x1080 sensor times 3. This camera is not FakeD - it's real HD. When it scales, it scales DOWN, not up. It has three sensors for each primary color of light, and the sensors are larger than the Panasonic DVX100's (which is around $2,300). Granted the DVX100 is an SD camera, but it sure helps.
4. External mic jack. This feature is seldom found on consumer cameras.
Drawbacks: Viewfinder doesn't move and doesn't have impressive detail. Low light video with a CCD would probably come out better than with this camera's CMOS sensor, so keep in mind you'll want to light well for great video (as usual). The running of the tape mechanism will mess with your audio, so either use the external mic jack or record audio separately. The included battery isn't so hot. Order the better one when you buy this camera.
It does not have all the ease of control that a prosumer camera would, but notice I'm comparing it to cameras of that caliber to show its shortcomings. My five star rating is based on other cameras in the HV30's price range; and of them I think it is the best. Also keep in mind that with prosumer cameras, an accessory like a tripod is going to cost you a lot more than it will with this little camera. And with its current sale price, if you don't have the budget for a high end camera but want a picture that is just as good or better, this is the one for you! Seriously, even if I had one of those high-priced cameras, I'd still get an extra HV30 because this price is so good and it wouldn't be bad to have it around as a spare.
 Hi Def Great, Controls need work November 29, 2008
I used this camera for two weeks on vacation. The Hi Def Video is amazing. However, the controls on the rear of the camera are cramped and for me I would of preferred the start/stop to be switched from the Function/Menu control. Otherwise, if you like to have creative control and can live with the fact that DV tape is on it's last leg this camera is a great value for the money.
Good HD DV Camera November 28, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this camera for filming my 1 year old boy. It is a great camera and it does a good job and is very easy to use. I don't like the amount of gain added to the video when shooting in low light. Although I love the 10x optical zoom (big fan of zoom) it causes a lot of problems when you need wide angle footage or you are in tight spaces. You need to be around 7-10' away to be able to get people standing on the film. A wide angle lens helps this a lot.
A few tips for people looking at this camera:
1) Buy larger spare battery
2) Do not switch tape brands, I use Sony but if you buy a brand of tapes, stick with them, or you can damage the camera
3) Buy the WD-H43 wide angle lens (expensive, but worth it!)
4) You do not need to use HD tape, standard DV tape works fine. Although quality differs greatly between tapes.
I know a lot of people do not like tape or want to get away from tape, when I originally looked for a camera, this was my goal but after reading a lot on HD camera, I found a lot of comments about the format used by many HD and DVD camera AVHD or something has a lot of compatibility problems and issues. I originally wanted a HD camera, but backing up 30G of data every shoot on at least 2 external sources is nearly impossible. Tapes work great as an easy archive.
This Guy needs to make up his mind.... November 28, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Hey man, are you upset about the price match or the fact the camera isnt the best quality. Why would you want them to price match if you dont want the camera? Why dont you just return it? Or why dont you just stop whinning?
 Don't buy from Amazon November 24, 2008
0 out of 20 found this review helpful
I bought this item from Amazon for $686 on Oct. 30, It was delivered to me on Nov. 7th. After I rcvd the product, Amazon had already dropped the price. I was too buys to call and ask them about the price guaratntee. Apparantly there price guarantee is only for 7 days (the time it takes to receive the producct). I am very upset that the product has dropped in price by $90 in 24 days. I would not buy this product. At this rate, amazon will be giving these away for free pretty soon. It is a lousy camera. Very bad low light pictures, too noisy and the menu system on the camera requires a PHD in engineering.
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