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Canon HV20

Canon HV20 High Definition Camcorder

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Kodak Playsport Zx3 Flash Media Camcorder

$1,149.00  |  1 store
From $74.99  |  1 store
Product Description
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... More
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. Less
Heads up, adrenaline junkies. The KODAK PLAYSPORT has as much appetite for adventure as you do. And it s not afraid to get wet. This audacious little camera can plunge up to 10 ft under... More
Heads up, adrenaline junkies. The KODAK PLAYSPORT has as much appetite for adventure as you do. And it s not afraid to get wet. This audacious little camera can plunge up to 10 ft under water and capture the entire experience in full 1080p HD. And you don t need to worry about blurry footage when things get a little shaky. With built-in image stabilization, the KODAK PLAYSPORT will stay steady as a rock. From the waves, to the slopes, to the mud-soaked trails, this baby was made for the extremes.Show them what you re made of in HD- Take the plunge with the waterproof digital video camera capable of shooting up to 10 ft under water- Go anywhere rugged design enables full 1080p HD video recording in just about any environment- Start bragging with amazing 5 MP, 16:9 widescreen HD still picturesMake a colorful statementThe KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera was designed with you in mind, right down to the colors it comes in. Less
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Key Features   
Recording System   NTSC NTSC
Recording Media   High Definition Flash Media
Optical Zoom   10x Without Optical Zoom
Weight 1.2 lb. 0.28 lb.
CCD   
Sensor Size 1/2.7" 1/2.5"
Image Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Number of Pixels   2960K pixels -
LCD / Viewfinder   
LCD Screen Size   2.7 in. 2 in.
Color Viewfinder   With Color Viewfinder -
Display Type   With LCD Screen With LCD Screen
Lens   
Optical Zoom   10x Without Optical Zoom
Focal Length 6.1 - 61 mm -
Attachment / Filter Size 43 mm -
Digital Zoom   200x 4x
Video Modes   
Recording Speeds   SP -
Image Stabilizer   Optical Image Stabilizer Digital Image Stabilizer
Audio   
Audio Format   12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio -
Memory Photography   
Digital Still Shot Mode   With Still Shot Capability With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution 2.07 Megapixels -
Memory Card Support   MiniSD SD Card • SDHC Card
Max Still Image Size   1920 x 1080 -
MPEG Movie Mode   With MPEG Movie Mode -
Interfaces   
Microphone Type Internal • External/Optional Internal
Output Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • Component • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB • HDMI Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA)
Input Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink • USB -
Power Supply   
Battery Type   Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Dimensions   
Weight 1.2 lb. 0.28 lb.
Depth 5.4 in. 4.4 in.
Height 3.2 in. 0.8 in.
Width 3.5 in. 2.3 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year -
Miscellaneous   
Family Line Canon VIXIA -
UPC 013803083200 41771888640
Product ID 40505145 107990708
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Remote Control -
Product MPN   
MPN 2059B001 1888643
 
Consumer Reviews
Canon HV20
Canon HV20 High Definition Camcorder
$1,149.00
Kodak Zx3
Kodak Playsport Zx3 Flash Media Camcorder
From $74.99

Product Review Summary

4.3
Based on 12 user reviews
100% recommend this product
5 stars
4
4 stars
8
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
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)
Good For
  • Home Movies (4)
  • Travel (2)
  • Professionals (1)
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Consumer Reviews

theuerkorn
399

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 »

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Product Review Summary

3.9
Based on 9 user reviews
89% recommend this product
5 stars
1
4 stars
7
3 stars
2 stars
1
1 star
Pros
  • Lightweight (1)
  • Compact (1)
Cons
  • Weak Zoom (1)
  • Bad in Low Light (1)
  • Lacks features (1)
  • Short Battery Life (1)
  • Poor Sound (1)
  • Overpriced (1)
Good For
  • Gifts (1)
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Consumer Reviews

4

Took A Chance & So Glad I Did

bylakota84 Mar 26, 2011
14 Helpfuls 15 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Size.  HDMI cable.  Waterproof to 10 feet.  Seems durable.
Cons Battery life.  Below average still pictures.  Display might be easily scratched.
Recommended it? Yes

For my second trip to Hawaii I wanted to have some sort of waterproof camera that I could easily take with me while climbing through bamboo covered hills, wading through streams, and snorkeling.  Unfortunately, most water-proof cameras were not getting very good reviews.  The PlaySport... Read full review »

31

Best Waterproof Video Camera Value Available

bytiktok4321 Jun 3, 2010
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Brilliant entry level waterproof camera.  Good picture, Great price.  EASY to...
Cons Not enough menu items.  Easily scratched.  Not particularly rugged.
Recommended it? Yes

This is a very early review on a camcorder that I recently purchased for my daughter for her highschool graduation.

As we were planning on going on a cruise later this year, my daughter wanted to have a nice camcorder to record the trip with.  Since cruises often go to places where... Read full review »

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