Recording Media:
High Definition
Each type indicates the method of recording, and the type of tape that the camcorder uses. Make sure the recording format of your camcorder is one that will play on the device you want to watch your recording on.
Weight:
12.7 lb.
Recording System:
NTSC
NTSC is the format used by American color television broadcast. PAL is the format used across much of Europe and many other parts of the world. PAL camcorders are not compatible with USA NTSC TVs. Make sure the camcorder you purchase is compatible with the color TVs you want to play your recording back on.
Optical Zoom:
10x
Of the two types of zoom available, optical and digital, optical zoom is far more important. Optical zoom uses the camcorder's lens to magnify part of the image without losing any image quality. Digital zoom also enlarges images, but loses some of the image quality.
Sensor Size:
1/3"
Number of Pixels:
2370K pixels
A CCD (charge coupled device) or CMOS (Complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor) sensor, records images by breaking them down into pixels of information. The more pixels a CCD has, the greater detail the images will have.
Image Sensor Type:
CMOS
LCD Screen Size:
3 in.
The LCD screen is measured diagonally in inches. A larger LCD panel is desirable for easier recording as well as better viewing when you play back your videos on the camera.
Display Type:
With LCD Screen
Some camcorders include a small LCD screen that displays the image that is being recorded.
Color Viewfinder:
With Color Viewfinder
The viewfinder is the device on the camcorder that displays the recorded image as it is being recorded. Standard viewfinders display everything in black and white, but viewfinders with color displays are available on some more expensive camcorder models.
Focal Length:
6.1 - 61 mm
Digital Zoom:
200x
Digital zoom takes part of the image and expands it. While this produces a larger image, it sacrifices the quality of the image. Optical zoom allows for enlarging the image without losing quality.
Attachment / Filter Size:
43 mm
Optical Zoom:
10x
Of the two types of zoom available, optical and digital, optical zoom is far more important. Optical zoom uses the camcorder's lens to magnify part of the image without losing any image quality. Digital zoom also enlarges images, but loses some of the image quality.
Image Stabilizer:
With Image Stabilizer
An image stabilizer removes most of the shakiness typically seen on handheld video cameras. This feature has also been called Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) or Steady Shot.
Low Lux:
1.5 Lux
The minimum light requirements for recording are measured in lux. Lux ratings can range from .3 to 7. Low ratings, even on cameras with low lux requirements, will rarely produce a good picture. You should generally try to shoot in levels of 300 lux (daylight) for the best results.
Recording Speeds:
SP
All camcorders that record the video footage on tape have different recording speed options. The three most common speeds are standard play (SP), long play (LP) and extended play (EP). SP is the basic speed, and it increases exponentially with LP and EP. A slower speed does not necessarily create bad picture quality; however, using a slower speed can limit certain editing options during playback.
Audio Format:
5.1 Surround Sound
Camcorders come with one of three audio formats: mono, stereo, and PCM Stereo. Mono records onto only one channel, while Stereo records on 2. PCM stereo is a digital standard, and can record much more sound information than either mono or stereo.
Memory Still Resolution:
2.07 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size:
1920 x 1080
For cameras that have digital still shot mode, this is the number of still images the camera is capable of storing at any given time.
MPEG Movie Mode:
With MPEG Movie Mode
This feature allows many newer camcorders to capture video clips in a format that's easy to send via e-mail or post online. These clips are small in size and do not offer top-quality resolution.
Memory Card Support:
SD Card
When choosing memory, cost, capacity, and compatibility are all major factors to be considered. Make sure the type of memory you purchase is compatible with the camera you are purchasing.
Output Interfaces:
Component
Microphone Type:
Internal
Weight:
12.7 lb.
Width:
2.9 in.
Height:
2.8 in.
Depth:
5.4 in.
Family Line:
Canon VIXIA
Product ID:
106610137
Included Accessories:
USB Cable
UPC:
13803133479
Price: $3.99 - $999.99
