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Sony HDR-UX20 4MP DVD Hybrid Plus High Definition Camcorder

HDCamcorderReviews — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 07:38:38 +0000

The HDR-UX20 delivers the ultimate in home video flexibility. Hybrid Plus recording technology gives you the option to record images to DVD media, internal flash memory, or removable Memory Stick PRO Duo media. The ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology) and BIONZ image processor captures Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution for sharp detail, as well as 4 megapixel still photos. Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization helps ensure clear images, while Face Detection helps people look their best in every video and photo. The built-in zoom microphone with Dolby Digital 5.1 channel recording even lets you capture realistic surround sound experience.

Canon VIXIA HG21 AVCHD 120 GB HDD Camcorder with 12x Optical Zoom

HDCamcorderReviews — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:38:38 +0000

The Canon HG21 AVCHD Hard Disk Drive camcorder sets a new standard for High Definition, delivering optimal image quality, long shooting times along with the extraordinary ease and versatility when viewing video on television or a computer. Capture amazing HD video with even greater detail and color reproduction with its innovative 24Mbps capability, and the addition of a video-capable SDHC card slot plus the extended 120 GB internal Hard Disk Drive allows you to now record up to 45 hours of video onto the internal hard disk drive so theres no need to worry about running out of space. And, like all Canon VIXIA camcorders, the HG21 features: a Canon HD video lens, FULL HD CMOS Sensor, and Canons exclusive DIGIC DV II image processor. Create the look and feel of Hollywood movies with the 24p Cinema Mode and even use Canons select Photo Grabbing function to capture still images from previously recorded video. If online video posting and sharing interests you, the HG21s 30p mode provides the perfect frame rate for the web and delivers clarity for fast-action subjects. The HG21 offers the unparalleled combination of Canons exclusive SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer to stabilize a wide range of movements, Instant AF for accurate focusing thats critical when shooting in HD, a built-in video light to easily shoot in dark settings, and the Canon exclusive 2.7-inch Multi-angle Vivid LCD Screen to view from various angles with true color representation and contrast. The HG21 features the latest HD technology, excellence in Canon optics and engineering in a compact, sleek design that delivers the high level of performance youve come to expect from Canon.

Sony HDR-CX100 AVCHD HD Camcorder w/Smile Shutter & 10x Optical Zoom (Black)

HDCamcorderReviews — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 19:38:38 +0000

The SonyHDR-CX100 is a high definition Memory Stick Duo media Handycamcamcorder that offers 1920x1080 Full HD video recording and 4.0 megapixel still image capture in an ultra-compact, affordable package. While the HDR-CX100 packs a healthy feature set, including a 1/5" Exmor CMOS sensor, BIONZ image processor, Face Detection and Smile Shutter technology, and 8GB of embedded flash memory, its most differentiating characteristic is its ultra-compact design. The small size and light weight of the HDR-CX100 allow for easy portability, and the choice of silver, black, and red color variations give consumers the opportunity to pick the color that best suits their tastes. The HDR-CX100 appeals to consumers who are interested in HD quality video and who desire a compact, portable design.

Sanyo VPC-WH1 HD Waterproof Flash Memory Camcorder w/ 30x Optical Zoom (Yellow)

HDCamcorderReviews — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 07:38:38 +0000

Take underwater High Definition video and still photos to a whole new level! The compact Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti WH1 has earned the highest possible IEC 60529 waterproof ratingIPX8allowing footage to be captured without worrying about the effects of water or snow. The WH1 is capable of underwater depths down to an astounding 10ft for an entire hour and delivers High Definition video, 2-megapixel digital photos, with a 30x optical zoom. The combination of waterproof HD video and 30x optical zoom allow the WH1 to go where no camera dare go before. Its compact design makes the WH1 extremely portable and easy to use. Videos, still photos and the various settings and menus can be easily accessed with the users thumb. The WH1s convenient design makes sharing videos and photos via social networking web sites, portable video devices like iPods, TVs and computers, a breeze.

Canon VIXIA HFS10 HD Dual Flash Memory with 32 GB Internal Memory and 10x Optical Zoom

HDCamcorderReviews — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:38:38 +0000

Canons top-of-the-line, new VIXIA HF S10 Dual Flash Memory camcorder gives you everything you expect from Canon! It has a powerful, new 8.59-megapixel Full HD CMOS Image Sensor plus Canons latest DIGIC DV III Image Processor. Add a Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens and the highest bit rate in AVCHD, and youve got a camcorder that delivers spectacularly realistic HD video and photos. The VIXIA HF S10 features 32GB of built-in Flash memory that records up to 12 hours of HD video.You can also record to removable SDHC memory cards for quick and easy sharing. The Canon VIXIA HF S10 camcorder lets you shoot like a pro with assist functions including new zebra patterns, color peaking, a Custom Key and Dial, and shooting modes including 24p Cinema Mode for video that looks like a holiday blockbuster. The VIXIA HF S10 incorporates some of Canons most exciting new functions, including Genuine Canon Face Detection for perfect focus and exposure even with faces looking down or sideways, Pre- Record that captures video 3 seconds before you press the record button, and the new Video Snapshot Mode for saving your memories as a series of 4-second video clips set to music. Shoot extraordinary video and photos with the VIXIA HF S10. Canon USA 1-year limited warranty included.

Canon VIXIA HG20 AVCHD 60 GB HDD Camcorder with 12x Optical Zoom

HDCamcorderReviews — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:38:38 +0000

The Canon HG20 AVCHD Hard Disk Drive camcorder sets a new standard for High Definition, delivering optimal image quality, long shooting times along with the extraordinary ease and versatility when viewing video on television or a computer. Capture amazing HD video with even greater detail and color reproduction with its innovative 24Mbps capability, and the addition of a video-capable SDHC card slot plus the extended 60GB internal Hard Disk Drive allows you to now record up to 22 hours of video onto the internal Hard Disk Drive so theres no need to worry about running out of space. And, like all Canon VIXIA camcorders, the HG20 features: a Canon HD video lens, FULL HD CMOS Sensor, and Canons exclusive DIGIC DV II image processor. Create the look and feel of Hollywood movies with the 24p Cinema Mode and even use Canons select Photo Grabbing function to capture still images from previously recorded video. If online video posting and sharing interests you, the HG20s 30p mode provides the perfect frame rate for the web and delivers clarity for fast-action subjects. The HG20 offers the unparalleled combination of Canons exclusive SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer to stabilize a wide range of movements, Instant AF for accurate focusing thats critical when shooting in HD, and a built-in video light to easily shoot in dark settings. The HG20 features the latest HD technology, excellence in Canon optics and engineering in a compact, sleek design that delivers the high level of performance youve come to expect from Canon.

Canon VIXIA HFS100 HD Flash Memory Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom

HDCamcorderReviews — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 19:38:38 +0000

Canons top-of-the-line, new VIXIA HF S100 Flash Memory camcorder gives you everything you expect from Canon. It has a powerful, new 8.59-megapixel Full HD CMOS Image sensor plus Canons latest DIGIC DV III Image Processor. Add a Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens and the highest bit rate in AVCHD, and youve got a camcorder that delivers spectacularly realistic HD video and photos. You can record to removable SDHC memory cards for quick and easy sharing, also enjoy fast, silent start-up and operation. The Canon VIXIA HF S100 camcorder lets you shoot like a pro with assist functions including new zebra patterns, color peaking, a Custom Key and Dial, and shooting modes, including 24p Cinema Mode for video that looks like a big-screen movie. The VIXIA HF S100 incorporates some of Canons most exciting new functions, including Genuine Canon Face Detection for perfect focus and exposure, even with faces looking down or sideways, Pre-Record that captures video 3 seconds before you press the record button, and the new Video Snapshot Mode for saving your memories as a series of 4-second video clips set to music. Shoot extraordinary video and photos with the VIXIA HF S100. Canon USA 1-year limited warranty included.

Canon VIXIA HF20 HD Dual Flash Memory with 32 GB Internal Memory and 15x Optical Zoom

HDCamcorderReviews — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:38:38 +0000

Canons new VIXIA HF20 Dual Flash Memory camcorder packs so much excitement and high-quality imaging power into its small, lightweight body, youll be inspired to keep it close. Capture vividly colored, realistically detailed, high definition video and photos with a Genuine Canon 15x HD Video Lens with SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer, 3.89-megapixel Full HD CMOS Image Sensor, and Canons latest DIGIC DV III Image Processor. The VIXIA HF20 lets you record up to 12 hours of HD video to a 32GB internal Flash drive, and also lets you enjoy the option of recording directly to removable SDHC memory cards.Youll love shooting with the user-friendly layout and switching seamlessly between shooting video and photos. The Canon VIXIA HF20 is packed with innovative new features like Pre-Record that captures the action 3 seconds before you press the record button, so you never miss a memorable moment, Video Snapshot Mode that lets you set 4-second video vignettes to music, and Genuine Canon Face Detection that perfectly focuses and exposes selected faces--anywhere in the frame and even in profile. All this in one compact camcorder! Canon USA 1-year limited warranty included.

Canon VIXIA HF200 HD Flash Memory Camcorder w/15x Optical Zoom

HDCamcorderReviews — Mon, 11 May 2009 03:37:01 +0000

Canons new VIXIA HF200 Flash Memory camcorder packs tons of excitement and high-quality imaging power into its small, lightweight body. Capture vividly colored, realistically detailed high definition video and photos with a Genuine Canon 15x HD Video Lens, SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer, 3.89-megapixel Full HD CMOS Image Sensor, and Canons latest DIGIC DV III Image Processor. With the VIXIA HF200, youll enjoy the convenience of recording to removable SDHC memory cards.Youll also love shooting with the userfriendly layout, and the ability to switch seamlessly between shooting video and photos. The Canon VIXIA HF200 is packed with innovative new features like Pre-Record that captures the action 3 seconds before you press the record button, so you never miss a memorable moment, Video Snapshot Mode that lets you set 4-second video vignettes to music, and Genuine Canon Face Detection that perfectly focuses and exposes selected faces--even if theyre looking down or to the side. All this in one compact camcorder! Canon USA 1-year limited warranty included.

Sony HDR-XR200V 120GB HDD High Definition Camcorder w/15x Optical Zoom

HDCamcorderReviews — Sun, 03 May 2009 04:01:05 +0000

The HDR-XR200V records stunning, 1920 x 1080 high definition video and crystal clear still photos to a built-in 120 GB hard disk drive. In addition, the HDR-XR200V features a GPS receiver that can display your current location and remember where you shot your video, as well as Optical SteadyShotTM image stabilization with Active Mode for superior image smoothness. 1920 x 1080 high definition resolution lets you record your memories in exceptional Sony Full High Definition quality. 4-megapixel still image capture lets you take high resolution digital photos. A built-in 120 GB hard disk drive can record and store approximately 48 hours of high definition video footage (HD LP mode), or up to 84 hours of standard definition footage (SD LP mode). In addition, HDD Smart Protection gives you peace of mind by helping to prevent any recorded video and images from being lost if the camcorder is accidentally dropped. A built-in GPS receiver makes the HDR-XR200V an ideal choice for travelers. In addition to automatically adjusting your camcorder's clock to the proper time zone, the GPS receiver also gives you the ability to view your current location on the LCD map display, as well as "tag" your shooting locations. Tagged videos and still images can be reviewed and played back using the Map Index function on the camcorder or once downloaded to your PC using the supplied PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software Map Index function Map Index uses the geotagging capabilities of the built-in GPS receiver to tag your shot locations on a map in the camcorder, offering a new way to easily search and find a desired scene by location or view where a scene was captured.