Canon HV20 High Definition Camcorder
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Canon HV20 High Definition Camcorder

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  • Recording System: NTSC
  • Recording Media: High Definition
  • Optical Zoom: 10x
  • Weight: 1.2 lb.
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Canon HV20 High Definition Camcorder

With the Genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other advanced features the HV20 is the right 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.

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Pros
  • Excellent Picture Quality (5)
  • Rich Features (4)
  • Good Value (2)
  • Easy to Use (2)
  • Image Stabilization (1)
  • Compact (1)
  • Simple Controls (1)
  • Good Sound (1)
  • Powerful Zoom (1)
Cons
  • Uncomfortable (2)
  • Difficult to Use (2)
  • Short Battery Life (1)
  • Poor Sound (1)
  • Bad in Low Light (1)
  • Poor Quality (1)
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  • Home Movies (4)
  • Travel (2)
  • Professionals (1)
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Consumer Reviews

theuerkorn
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CANON HV20 - Pocketable High Definition

bytheuerkorn Apr 26, 2007
50 Helpfuls 51 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Picture quality, connectivity, easy to use, battery life, HDV easy to process, 10x...
Cons HDV limitations, ergonomics, NTSC only, no firewire cable included
Recommended it? Yes

Just as we've come to accept the marginal quality of standard TV standards like PAL and especially NTSC, High Definition television finally is ready for the mass market. The vastly superior resolution (2 MPx) of HD-TV is a stark reminder that the 0.3 MPx standard tv was a mere compromise of state... Read full review »

3

The Canon HV20 is just so lovely.

byharvurd Apr 13, 2007
14 Helpfuls 15 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros HD ability, manual controls, stunning video quality, accessory shoe (for external mic,...
Cons Some pieces may feel a little cheap to some, but to me they felt fine.
Recommended it? Yes

After taking only 20 minutes or so of footage inside at night in low light and then in the morning in bright, direct sunlight, this camcorder has exceeded my expectations in every way. In fact, I must say that I was dumbfounded at the stunningly high quality of the video.

Keep in mind,... Read full review »

15

HDV Camcorder of the year 2007

byrobbie_e Jan 3, 2008
12 Helpfuls 13 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Picture Quality, Fast focusing & Image Stablilization.
Cons Low quality MPEG 1 Audio only. No Canon telephone support. No software included...
Recommended it? Yes

My Sony DCR-HC42 died after just 2 years and 20 hours worth of recording. Too costly to repair I decided to look what I could afford in the HD arena.
By purchasing the HV-20 I think I have what I need. With there being only 2 or 3 serious vendors in the consumer HD market my choice was pretty... Read full review »

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Canon HV20 3MP High Definition MiniDV Camcorder with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom

The stylish Canon HV20 gives you the ultimate in HD video and digital photo quality with advanced features for the knowledgeable and demanding videographer. Its 10x optical zoom lens, 2.96 Megapixel CMOS image sensor and Canon s advanced DIGIC DVII image processor ensures meticulous detail and superior color reproduction. 24p Cinema Mode brings film-look options to the HV20 owner- as never before in this class. And, with its HD and Standard Definition recording modes, you can make the move to HD without making your SD equipment obsolete.

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Product Details and Features

Product MPN

MPN 2059B001

Key Features

Recording System NTSC
Recording Media High Definition
Optical Zoom 10x
Weight 1.2 lb.

CCD

Sensor Size 1/2.7"
Image Sensor Type CMOS
Number of Pixels 2960K pixels

LCD / Viewfinder

LCD Screen Size 2.7 in.
Color Viewfinder With Color Viewfinder
Display Type With LCD Screen

Lens

Optical Zoom 10x
Focal Length 6.1 - 61 mm
Attachment / Filter Size 43 mm
Digital Zoom 200x

Video Modes

Recording Speeds SP
Image Stabilizer Optical Image Stabilizer

Audio

Audio Format 12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio

Memory Photography

Digital Still Shot Mode With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution 2.07 Megapixels
Memory Card Support MiniSD
Max Still Image Size 1920 x 1080
MPEG Movie Mode With MPEG Movie Mode

Interfaces

Microphone Type Internal • External/Optional
Output Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • Component • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB • HDMI
Input Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink • USB

Power Supply

Battery Type Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

Dimensions

Weight 1.2 lb.
Depth 5.4 in.
Height 3.2 in.
Width 3.5 in.

Warranty

Warranty 1 Year

Miscellaneous

Family Line Canon VIXIA
UPC 013803083200
Product ID 40505145
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Remote Control

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