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VIXIA HG20
Hard Disk Drive Camcorder
Item Code: 3085B001
Suggested Retail Price: $899.00†
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High Definition Video on Hard Disk Drive

Continuing Canon's industry-leading reputation for technology and product quality, Canon's latest high definition camcorders deliver the optical excellence, advanced image processing and superb performance found in our photographic and broadcast television lenses. With our Canon Exclusives, we bring more advanced features to our camcorders, enabling you to more easily take your video to a higher level than ever possible before.

Among our latest products is the Canon VIXIA HG20 Hard Disk Drive Camcorder. It combines the ease of recording video directly onto an internal Hard Disk Drive with the advanced AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) format. Its 60GB Hard Disk Drive allows you to record up to 22 hours and 55 minutes of crisp, high definition video (LP Mode). It also is a dual system camcorder, with the capability of also recording video and still images to an SDHC card as well.

The VIXIA HG20 boasts 1920 x 1080 Full HD, and has a CODEC capable of recording 24Mbps -- the highest AVCHD bitrate --through Canon's own Full HD CMOS Image Sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II image processor. Other exclusives are a new Genuine Canon 12x HD video lens, SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization and Instant AutoFocus and a host of other advanced features including an HDMI™ Connector. Enhanced and simplified controls give you more choices and easier operation. Remarkable image reproduction and advanced features are yours in this compact AVCHD Format Hard Disk Drive camcorder which easily goes along with you, wherever you are, to capture those unforgettable moments in life- in true HD.

Windows 7 Compatible : Compatible with Microsoft Windows 7 30P Progressive Mode : Delivers clarity to fast-action subjects and is the perfect frame rate for clips intended to be posted on the web Program AE : Provides settings that automatically result in the best exposure for different conditions adjusting to different lighting conditions and subjects. Quick Start : Engage Quick Start to put your camcorder in stand-by mode reducing power consumption of the battery and recorded again in less than a second. DIGIC DV II Processor : Ensures the highest image quality for both video and still images using Canon designed image processing technology
Instant Auto Focus : Delivers fast, accurate focus combining an external sensor with a high-performance AF system ensuring sharp video 2.7 Inch Wide LCD : A widescreen LCD lets you see exactly what your camcorder is recording, and what your TV will display later Mini Advanced Shoe Logo : Allows use of additional accessories like video lights, video flash lights, and directional microphones HD CMOS Full HD 1920 x 1080 : Sensors capture images at 1920 x 1080 for true HD movies and include on-chip noise reduction technology USB 2.0 Logo : This terminal allows for ultra-fast transfer of movies and photos.
24Mpbs : The highest bit rate in AVCHD reslts is High Definition video that captures lifelike tonal quality and exceptionally fine detail. 24P Cinema Mode : Movie film frame rate of 24p and adjusts color and tonal characteristics to look and feel like a big-screen movie Intelligent Lithium Ion Battery : The remaining battery time is indicated down to the minute, so you will never have to guess the remaining recording time available. 1920x1080 Recording : Records and outputs your video at 1920 x 1080 resolution for Full High Definition Super Range Optical Image Stabilizer : Corrects shake instantly covering a wide range of movements to keep your video and photos blur-free
Hard Disk Drive Full HD : Canon High Definition camcorders capture images in Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution. Mic Jack with Audio Level Control : Microphone terminal for attaching an external microphone manually adjustable for greater flexibility. RGB Primary Color Filter : Separates light into red, green, and blue color components, resulting in vibrant images with natural-looking tones. High Definition Video Lens : Using aspherical lens to achieve low chromatic aberration, and a super sepectra coating technology to lower flare
PictBridge : Capture an image with a PictBridge ready digital camera/DV camcorder, then connect and print! 3.1 Megapixels Still Image Recording : With resolution up to 3.1 megapixles, photos from your camcorder are beautifully detailed AVCHD


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