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Canon HV20 Camcorder 2.96 MP Silver

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Long product name Canon HV20 Camcorder 2.96 MP Silver :
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Canon HV20 Camcorder 2.96 MP Silver:
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1920x1080 True HD CMOS
Canon CMOS is integral to EOS, the professionals’ D-SLR camera system of choice. This expertise has been transferred to video with a 2.96 Megapixel Canon HD CMOS sensor, capturing true 1920x1080 resolution. Record superb HDV1080i movies to MiniDV tape.

Instant AF
Focusing errors are more noticeable with HD resolution. Instant AF is a hybrid AF system that achieves precise auto focus at accelerated speed.

Precision 10x optical zoom lensM
The 10x optical zoom lens, engineered for HD quality, incorporates Canon’s Super Range Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS): an advanced stabilisation system that is better able to compensate for camera shake across the frequency range.

DIGIC DV II for HD
The DIGIC DV II processor is optimised for HD. Advanced noise reduction technology helps deliver superb images with vivid colours.

Cinema-style 25P shooting
Recording 1080/50i movies, the HV20 is Canon’s first HD camcorder designed for home moviemaking that also features switchable frame rates for videos with a truly cinematic touch. True 25P progressive shooting is possible using the HDV PF25 mode; dedicated CINE image mode also helps to reproduce the look and feel of film.

Advanced photography
The HV20 offers advanced digital photography features. Storing photos to MiniSD card, a one-push histogram display lets you monitor brightness levels to ensure correct exposure. With DIGIC DV II, a 2.07 Megapixel photo can be taken while a video is being recorded.

HDMI
Using the HV20’s HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connection, it’s easy to transfer movies to a compatible HD-Ready TV with no loss in quality. Alternatively, connect the camcorder to a compatible computer to transfer footage for editing.

Built-in LED video light and flash
The HV20 has a built-in LED video light - continue recording even in poorly lit conditions. A dedicated flash for stills is also provided.

Analogue-to-digital conversion
Via AV input, home movies can be transferred to digital tape for safekeeping.

Mic input, Advanced Accessory Shoe and PictBridge
Capture superior quality audio with a mic input connection and manual audio controls. With an Advanced Accessory shoe, a range of peripherals can be easily attached to the camcorder. PictBridge allows you to print a photograph in a matter of seconds using the camcorder’s Direct Print button.

Short summary description Canon HV20 Camcorder 2.96 MP Silver:
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Canon HV20 Camcorder, 2.96 MP, 25.4 / 2.7 mm (1 / 2.7"), 6.86 cm (2.7"), LCD, 535 g, Silver

Long summary description Canon HV20 Camcorder 2.96 MP Silver:
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Canon HV20 Camcorder. Total megapixels: 2.96 MP, Optical sensor size: 25.4 / 2.7 mm (1 / 2.7"). Optical zoom: 10x, Digital zoom: 200x, Focal length range: 6.1 - 61 mm. Compatible memory cards: miniSD, Camcorder media type: HDV. Camera shutter speed: 1/2000 s. Display diagonal: 6.86 cm (2.7"), Display: LCD

Image sensor
Total megapixels *
2.96 MP
Optical sensor size *
25.4 / 2.7 mm (1 / 2.7")
Lens system
Focal length range
6.1 - 61 mm
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)
43.6 - 436 mm
Optical zoom *
10x
Filter size
4.3 cm
Digital zoom *
200x
Storage
Compatible memory cards *
miniSD
Camcorder media type
HDV
Shutter
Camera shutter speed
1/2000 s
Display
Display diagonal *
6.86 cm (2.7")
Display
LCD
Display resolution
211000
Viewfinder
Viewfinder resolution (approx.)
123000 pixels
Viewfinder
Viewfinder screen size
0.27"
Camera
Minimum illumination
0.2 lx
Design
Product colour *
Silver
Ports & interfaces
USB 2.0 ports quantity *
1
PictBridge *
Yes
DV port
Yes
S-Video in
No
S-Video out
No
Battery
Battery technology *
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery type
BP-2L13
Weight & dimensions
Width
88 mm
Depth
138 mm
Height
80 mm
Weight *
535 g
Other features
Lens system
IS
Lens focal range
10 mm
Source Testseek summary Average rating
Reviews
Updated:
2011-08-10 01:56:43
Uk has collected 45 expert reviews for Canon HV20 Camcorder 2.96 MP Silver and the average expert rating is 84 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
84%
Source Review comments Score
alphr.com
Updated:
2011-08-10 01:56:43
Canon grabs the crown for the most fully featured HDV camcorder for under a grand. Although HD broadcasting is slow in coming to the UK, HD camcorders are arriving thick and fast, and prices are dropping. Sony had the first few generations of the cons...
83%
digitalartsonline.co.uk
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2011-08-10 01:56:43
Compared to Panasonic’s sleek HDC-SD1, the Canon HV20 looks a bit ungainly with its large MiniDV tape mechanism grafted onto one side. The HV20 records 1920-x-1080-pixel interlaced (1080i) HDV video (or standard DV) footage to MiniDV tapes. It offer...
90%
expertreviews.co.uk
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2011-08-10 01:56:43
Canons HV20 is the first consumer HD camcorder to provide a progressive scan option. This means it captures complete frames, just like a traditional film camera, rather than interlacing, which splits frames into a series of fields, each consisting...
100%
techradar.com
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2011-08-10 01:56:43
Ease of use: 4/5. Lovely ergonomic design with well-placed buttons and superb manual control. Fixed viewfinder a bit of a pain though.Features: 4/5. Lots of great features and excellent connectivity. Full inputs and outputs plus 25P a definite advantag...
Good Good lens, Strong audio, Easy to handle, Impressive performance...
Bad Bulky, No lens rings...
Bottom line Ease of use: 4/5. Lovely ergonomic design with well-placed buttons and superb manual control. Fixed viewfinder a bit of a pain though.Features: 4/5. Lots of great features and excellent connectivity. Full inputs and outputs plus 25P a definite advantag...
100%
techadvisor.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-10 01:56:43
Compared to Panasonics sleek HDC-SD1, the Canon HV20 HD camcorder looks a bit ungainly, mostly because it has a large MiniDV tape mechanism grafted on to one side. The Canon HV20 records 1,920x1,080-pixel HDV-formatted high-definition footage or st...
Bottom line Since the HDV format demands less computing power than the AVCHD format does, we would steer clear of AVCHD models unless we had an extremely powerful PC. And the Canon HV20 is one of the better HDV models on the market, at a pretty good price to boot...
80%
T3.com
Updated:
2011-08-10 01:56:43
Its hard to imagine a retro market for something as new as High Definition, but Canon is chasing it nonetheless. The HV20 shoots in 1080i and records on to ye olde MiniDV tapes.Build quality is plasticky and the 2.7-inch display lacks sparkle, altho...
Good 10x zoom, Crisp GD footage, Good at night...
Bad Plasticky build, Small display...
Bottom line Reliable rather than racy, but the tortuous PC editing will put most punters off...
60%
gadgetspeak.com
Updated:
2011-08-10 01:56:43
Published in...
88%
pocket-lint.com
Updated:
2011-08-10 01:56:43
Your TVs HD so why not your camcorder? Canon hopes this model will fix that...
Good Video quality, options, 10x optical zoom...
Bad Size, limited cables in the box...
Bottom line When it comes to video performance the Canon HV20 is very impressive. As we start to live in a HD world this is on the very cutting edge...
80%
pcauthority.com.au
Updated:
2011-11-04 10:30:10
Although HD broadcasting is slow in coming to Australia, HD camcorders are arriving thick and fast, and prices are dropping. Sony had the first few generations of the consumer HDV market to itself, but Canon has now joined in, with the HV20 representin...
83%
goodgearguide.com.au
Updated:
2011-11-04 10:30:10
Compared to Panasonics sleek HDC-SD1, the Canon HV20 HD camcorder looks a bit ungainly, mostly because of the large tape mechanism grafted on to one side. It records 1920 x 1080-pixel HDV-formatted high definition footage to Mini DV tapes, whereas the...
Good Excellent cinematic mode, plenty of different modes, great picture quality.
Bad Finicky interface, a little bulky for our tastes. The Final Word The Canon HV20 offers an affordable introduction to high-definition video. While not particularly outstanding, it performs solidly in every area and will satisfy the majority of users.
Bottom line The Canon HV20 offers an affordable introduction to high-definition video. While not particularly outstanding, it performs solidly in every area and will satisfy the majority of users.
70%
photoreview.com.au
Updated:
2011-11-04 10:30:10
Canon is targeting video shooters who own High Definition TV sets with its new HV20 camcorder, which will also appeal to many digital photographers. This compact camcorder shares many of the features of the DC51 model we reviewed in Issue 32 and even h...
85%
apcmag.com
Updated:
2014-03-31 01:23:02
With inbuilt image stabilisation paired with a horizontal body design, the HV20 gives a professional feel to the finished product as well as resulting in more stable images. Its compact size is an added bonus as, although still solid feeling, the HV20...
Good Great image quality at a great price...
Bad Awkward zoom placement...
80%
stuff.tv
Updated:
2014-03-31 01:23:02
Canon’s latest top-range camcorder didn’t so much fall from the ugly tree as hit every perfectly-pixellated branch on the way down. And, in this hard-drive age, it even has the temerity to merely record onto old-school Mini DV tape. Yet the HV...
Good Captures in 24P. Stunning image quality. Good manual controls...
Bad Feels cheap. Ugly design...
Bottom line Ugly but impressive. If you’re looking for glory at Cannes, this is the camcorder for you...
100%
ld2.ciol.com
Updated:
2016-11-26 04:05:59
With the onslaught of varying video formats, it's no wonder that choosing one is difficult. Now with HDV coming into the consumer space, you can have high-def video recording in the palm of your hand. HDV as a format was developed to fit high-def...
Good Full HD performance for consumers...
Bad Tape based high-def video...
90%
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