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Canon ZR930 1.07MP MiniDV Camcorder with 48x Optical Zoom
Price:$269.99
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Canon |
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ZR930 |
| UPC |
013803090086 |
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Product Description
Around the world, the name Canon means optical excellence, advanced image processing and superb performance. And Canon digital video camcorders are no exception.Canon's entry-level digital camcorders are designed to deliver the latest in style, features and advanced technology at a most affordable price. Starting with Canon's exclusive Genuine Canon 48x Advanced Zoom, which combines the legendary Canon lens optics with the market-leading DIGIC DV image processor to deliver a fuller range of image quality and more flexibility when you're shooting. The ZR930 is specifically designed to make it easier to capture great video, including a 1.07 Megapixel CCD image sensor, 2.7" Widescreen LCD with a Soft LCD video light, Multi-Angle Remote, Quick Start, Joystick control, Level and Grid Markers and more.The microphone terminal on the ZR930 makes it especially useful for educators and trainers to carefully capture the audio they need to make most effective use of the video they shoot. It's also handy when you want to more easily record a live narration for your footage.All this comes together to deliver brilliant video that you can easily share with family and friends. Easy to use, great looking and terrific value- it's the perfect choice for capturing all of life's precious memories. |
Customers Reviews
2008-08-31
Love it !!!!
I was looking for an inexpensive mini dv camcorder. I looked and researched a long time before buying the Canon ZR930. I was looking for simple, light weight and a good price. I bought this camcorder a month ago and love it. It is so simple to use and I have had no problems with it or using it. It is very light weight. I really like the built in lens cap. It also has a great built in mic. I use this camcorder a few times a week. I would recommend this camcorder to anyone. I am a novice with a camcorder. This one makes me feel confident about taping events and such. Great price. Great camcorder.
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2008-07-31
A very good entry level device
I bought this specifically so my wife and I could tape horse riding clinics and our practice exercises. Quality zoom was important to us, and the ZR930 has it. Video quality is fine for playback on a home TV, with settings for regular or wide-screen.
Firewire download to a PC with XP works well, but mind you, it happens in real time, so half an hour of video takes half an hour to download. Downloaded files are massive, and our PC's external hard drive is going to get some work. While I chose this model for the external mic input, the built-in mic picks up voices from a considerable distance, so the point-and-shoot approach works well for us. The little joystick on the LCD panel looks dainty, but a gentle touch is all you need, and the response is good.
One minor annoyance: there's a slider switch to focus the eyepiece, but it's in a tiny nook between the eyepiece and the battery where an ordinary finger doesn't fit easily. It's a problem if people with different visual acuity share the camera.
Add-ons and accessories you may find useful:
Spare battery or two (large size)
Firewire cable (4-pin on the camera, 4 or 6 pins at other end, depending on what you're plugging into)
Tripod (zoom is excellent, but requires a very steady hand)
Stand-alone battery charger (for when you need to be shooting and recharging simultaneously)
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2008-06-22
Seemed great until I tried to upload to computer
At first I reviewed this camcorder with 5 stars; however, once I tried to upload to the computer I realized that the firewire port does not work and I have to mail the camcorder back to the manufacturer. This is extremely annoying. It is a good camcorder to use in that it is extremely easy, the viewfinder is very clear and controls instinctive. I have a little trouble with the zoom (getting it to move smoothly), but I think that's because I'm a lefty and you need to use your right hand for it. Other than that, this is my 4th camcorder (over the course of 20 years) and if it uploaded properly I would be completely satisfied. It was easy to buy accessories at a low price, and the battery seems to last a long time. There are fancier camcorders but odds are you can't do better for the price IF the firewire works.
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2008-06-09
Very good for the price
This the best video camera I've seen for under $500. Well made and pretty good image quality. You won't want to be shooting for big screen HDTV, but for the web and viewing on the computer this is the best you can get for the money. The plug-in for an external mic is very useful. So useful in fact that I'm still surprised so few cameras offer it. You'll get _much_ better sound quality with a good external mic, so it's a good thing to have. The only reason I didn't give this camera five stars is that it could really use a mount for an external mic or a light. That would make this camera perfect for the price. The lack of a mount is annoying, but the only negative to an otherwise fine camera.
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2008-05-30
Good value for the $$
Seems like a good value for the money. Has most of the features you need to take video of the family and on vacation. For serious video you need an HD, but for 95% of the videos most people take this camcorder is fine. I rated it four stars for the value for the dollar, of course high end camcorders will give superior results for those that require it.
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Canon XL H1S And XL H1A Digital Video CamcordersCanon, a leader in digital technology, has succeeded in its high definition HD XL series and now introduces XL H1S and XL H1A high definition digital video models with new advanced features for professional cameramen.
The new XL H1S and XL H1A feature Canon 20x HD Video Lens with zoom, focus and iris for manual adjustments. The lens system offers aspherics for reducing flare, fluorite elements to decrease chromatic aberration, and Super Range Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) to correct camera shake. In addition, cameras use HDV tapes – the most affordable video digital media for shooting prolonged occasions, such as wedding or film making.
Both XL H1S and XL H1A produce outgoing HD image quality with:
- Canon XL interchangeable lens system
- 1/3 inch 1.67 Megapixel 3CCD Image Sensors
- DIGIC DVII HD Image Processor
- 6-pin IEEE 1394 terminal to external hardware
- XL H1S model incorporates HD-SDI (SMPTE 299M/272M) output with raw and uncompressed 1.485 Gbps signal to meet live production needs, as well as SMPTE Time Code ins/outs and Genlock output.
Video can be captured in various frame rates:
- 60i aimed at mainstream production
- 30F for Web delivery or qualitative grabs
- 24F to imitate motion-picture film
There is an optional upgrade to get 50i and 25F frame rates. All frame rates are between HD 1080-line 16:9 aspect ratio and SD 480-line 4:3 aspect ratio.
A total of 23 custom presets available for color adjustments with step-by-stem tuning to achieve professional subtleties.
 The new XL H1S and XL H1A HD camcorders are carefully designed for professional producers, cinematographers, and know how to benefit the best quality of Canon HD videocams. No wonder that Canon’s consumer camcorders gained number one position until sales above 200$ in January and February. Also Canon's new XL H1S and XL H1A digital video camcorders will be exposed at 2008 NAB Show.
The new Canon XL H1S HD is planned to be available in June for an estimated retail price of 8,999$, and the Canon XL H1A will have an estimated retail price of 5,999$ and will be available in July.
For detailed information visit USA Canon |
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