Canon Vixia HV30 Review
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July 8th, 2008
Summary
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.
Specs
Recording Format Mini DV (HDV)
LCD Screen Size 2.7 in
Video Standard NTSC
Digital Still Camera Yes
Viewfinder Color
Special Effects Skin Detail, Art, Black & White, Sepia, Neutral, Low Sharpening, Vivid
Focus and Zoom Optical Zoom 10 X
Digital Zoom 200 X
Focus Automatic, Manual
Connectors IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Connectors 1 x headphones ¦ 1 x microphone ¦ 1 x USB ¦ 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) ¦ 1 x composite video/audio (input/output) ¦ 1 x component video output ¦ 1 x HDMI ¦ 1 x DC power input
RCA Connectors 1 x headphones ¦ 1 x microphone ¦ 1 x USB ¦ 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) ¦ 1 x composite video/audio (input/output) ¦ 1 x component video output ¦ 1 x HDMI ¦ 1 x DC power input
USB Connectors 1 x headphones ¦ 1 x microphone ¦ 1 x USB ¦ 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) ¦ 1 x composite video/audio (input/output) ¦ 1 x component video output ¦ 1 x HDMI ¦ 1 x DC power input
Image Quality CCD Size 0.37 in
Accessories & Components Included Software Drivers & Utilities
General Product Info Weight 1.2 lbs