MODEL- HG10 VENDOR- CANON
FEATURES- VIXIA High Definition Camcorder
The name Canon has always meant photographic and broadcast
television cameras with optical excellence, advanced image
processing, superb performance, and the latest in technological
advancements. Canon's new High Definition video camcorders are no
exception. Add to that, our Canon Exclusives. Canon has long been a
leader in bringing advanced features to its products, taking
advantage of our superiority in optics and image processing. Thanks
to a continuing effort to make better video easier to create, we've
included a variety of these advanced and exclusive features only
available in a Canon camcorder to help you do just that.
The Canon HG10 AVCHD Format Hard Disk Drive Camcorder delivers high
definition technology with the effortless ease of recording video
directly onto a hard disk. Incorporating the latest AVCHD (Advanced
Video Codec High Definition) format, it puts superb image
reproduction and advanced features at your fingertips in a compact
AVCHD Format HDD camcorder, which means you'll carry it everywhere
you want to capture the special moments in your life in true HD.
Among the Canon Exclusive features on the HG10 are Canon's own Full
HD CMOS sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II image processor. More
exclusives are SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization, Instant Auto
Focus and our new 2.7" Widescreen Multi-Angle Vivid LCD. With the
Genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other advanced
features the HG10 is the right choice in HDD camcorders.
Includes HG10 Camcorder, BP-2L13 Battery Pack, CA-570 Compact Power
Adapter, STV-250N Stereo/Video Cable, WL-D86 Wireless Controller,
IFC-400PCU USB Cable, CTC-100/S Component Cable, Corel Application
Disc, Digital Video Solution Disc, Backup Utility Disc.
* AVCHD Format HDD in a Compact Size
The HG10 is Canon's first AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition)
Format Hard Disk Drive camcorder. AVCHD uses an MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video
codec, recording true 1080 High Definition resolution video. It allows
you to capture more video onto a hard disk using less storage, for
extended recording time. You can play the video directly from the
camcorder on your HDTV, or easily download it onto your Windows XP or
Vista system computer for playback, editing or sharing with friends and
family. You can also burn video onto DVDs which play in AVCHD compatible
Blu-ray disc players. Higher audio quality is also yours with the AVCHD
format. All of this comes in a compact AVCHD format HDD camcorder,
measuring only 3.2" wide, 3" high and 5.1" deep.
Added to the HG10's handy size is the convenience of shooting high
definition onto a hard disk. You'll never tape over a precious moment by
accident, since the disk automatically searches for a blank space on
which to record.
* Record High Definition Video to a 40 GB Hard Disk Drive
The HG10 captures stunning High Definition video onto a 40GB Hard Disk
Drive. A convenient format for anyone who wants to transfer video to a
computer for viewing, editing or sharing, it also makes your life easier
as you never have to worry about not carrying around enough recording
media with you as you shoot your future memories. In LP mode, you'll be
able to record up to 15 hours of video. Even when shooting in super high
quality mode, five-and-a-half hours of footage is yours without taking a
break to change tapes or DVDs.
HDD recording also delivers true random-access play, letting you get to
the scene you select instantly.
With the HG10's built-in HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
Terminal, it's easy to transfer the HD video signal to your HDTV. With a
single cable, you'll send a pure digital signal, audio and video, to
your television to get the ultimate HD viewing experience.
* Canon Exclusive: 1920x1080 Full HD CMOS Sensor
The HG10 captures 1920x1080 High Definition video through its Canon
designed and manufactured CMOS image sensor, similar to the CMOS image
sensors in Canon's EOS Series Digital SLR cameras.
Compared to a CCD, the HG10's CMOS's high color resolution and advanced
color reproduction gives brilliant results. It is also unique in
featuring Canon's proprietary noise reduction technologies for crisp,
sharp images. Low noise technology also means that even in dimly lit
scenes, the signal from each pixel is as pure as possible, with minimal
noise or other aberrations. It's the ideal sensor for HD.
The HG10 uses an RGB Primary Color Filter with Bayer Placement Pattern
that separates light into red, green and blue color components. This
results in vibrant images with deep, rich, accurate color and natural-
looking tones similar to what you'd obtain from 3CCD camcorders. In
addition, the Bayer Placement Pattern delivers sharp high definition
images with true-to-life color reproduction. As an added benefit, the
CMOS sensor provides outstanding image capture in low light conditions.
* Canon 10x HD Video Zoom Lens
Since 1934, Canon has been producing exceptional photographic lenses
that are synonymous with unsurpassed optical performance. Because of
Genuine Canon Optics, every Canon broadcast lens, 35mm film camera,
digital camera and camcorder assures brilliant optical quality - and the
HG10 is no exception.
The HG10 comes with an outstanding High Definition video lens - a 10x HD
Genuine Canon zoom lens. It's the tool you need to record long shots of
your child on the soccer field, wide shots of beautiful landscapes, and
everything in-between. And because it comes with three pre-set zoom
speeds, you always get smooth, steady, professional-looking zoom shots.
Super Spectra Coating technology results in images with minimal flare
and ghosting. Plus, the new lens' aspheric design reduces aberration and
increases resolution, ensuring crisp, sharp video and enhancing the HD
image quality. Not only that, but a new gradation neutral density (ND)
system gives you better exposures in bright shooting situations.
In addition, for those times when you need to get a particular shot from
a very long distance, this flexible lens also has a 200x digital zoom.
* Canon Exclusive: DIGIC DV II
DIGIC DV II is the next generation of Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV signal
processing technology. Designed specifically for HD, DIGIC DV II ensures
optimal image quality. It also ensures optimal image quality for still
images, even though video and still images have different color
requirements. DIGIC DV II is just another one of Canon's advanced
technologies that make the HG10 an exceptional performer.
Thanks to DIGIC DV II image processing, the HG10 produces video with
improved color reproduction - especially in skin tones, and dark and
light scenes. It also uses a hybrid noise reduction system that employs
two types of noise reduction - for high definition images that are
crystal clear.
Plus, DIGIC DV II features improved continuous shooting of digital
photographs with the HG10. You can shoot five (3.1 Megapixel) still
images per second, and enjoy faster processing of your images to your
memory card (1.4x normal card; 2.5x Hi Speed card). It also helps lower
power consumption for longer battery life.
* Canon Exclusive: SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization
The high-resolution images of High Definition video demand a steady
hand. It's easier to get those clear, steady images with the HG10,
thanks to Canon's innovative SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization. It
combines gyro- and image-sensors to give image stabilization through a
wider range of camera motions. Some image stabilization systems correct
one type of camera motion or vibration better than another. But Canon's
SuperRange OIS corrects for a wide range of camcorder motion: the fast
vibration you'd experience while recording from a moving car; the
medium-speed motion of hand-held recording; and the slower motion of
body sway. No matter what you're recording and how you're recording it,
the HG10's stabilization design corrects camcorder shake instantly.
SuperRange OIS also delivers steady images when shooting at long focal
lengths.
In addition, optical stabilization keeps your shot steady without a loss
in image quality - something that can't be said for electronic image
stabilization. And image stabilization isn't just for video; you can
even use it for taking sharper, clearer digital photographs with your
HG10. Thanks to Canon's expertise, it's easy to eliminate one of the
telltale signs of amateur video and photography.
* Instant AF (Auto Focus)
Another critical objective when shooting in High Definition is achieving
a very sharp focus. The HG10 camcorder features Canon's revolutionary
Instant AF focusing system which offers a dramatic improvement in auto
focus speed and accuracy (compared to traditional auto focus systems).
The Instant AF feature uses an external sensor, in combination with
Canon's auto focus system, to help significantly decrease the time it
takes to find focus, even in low light conditions. This system achieves
focus instantaneously, reducing focus "hunting." The benefits of Instant
AF are especially seen in high brightness and night shooting situations.
With Instant AF, it's possible to capture fast, accurate focusing, even
when following a moving subject.'
* 24p Cinema Mode
24p Cinema Mode enables all aspiring moviemakers to achieve a
professional "film-look." You can change the camcorder's frame capture
rate to 24p (recorded at 60i), which provides the appearance of the same
frame rate as movie film. In addition, you can use the HG10's CINE
setting, which changes the color and tonal characteristics, evoking the
look and feel of a movie shown in a theater. For added flexibility,
these settings can be used together or independently.
* HDD Still Photo Grab from Video
Another useful and advanced feature you will find on the HG10 is the
capability to capture still frame images onto a miniSD card from
recorded video on the hard disk drive. None of Canon's competitors in
this class allows you to review your already shot footage to select just
the right still to save and share. It's just one more way the HG10
gives you more flexibility to meet your creative desires.
* Canon Exclusive: 2.7" Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD
The 2.7" Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD on the HG10 lets you see more
of what your camcorder is recording. Using a hard coat Anti Reflective
surface and improved color reproduction, the scene in the viewfinder is
more accurate to what you're capturing in the camcorder. An added
benefit is the wider range of viewing angles possible with this new LCD
screen. With less glare and deeper contrasts, groups of people can
gather around it and see the image displayed more clearly than ever
before.
* Superb Shooting Control
- Navigation Control Dial
The HG10's direct-operation Navigation Control Dial makes it easy and
convenient to operate. Located on the LCD control panel, it allows you
to select the navigation buttons you want with a turn of the dial.
Simply press the "Set" button on the LCD monitor and your choice is
confirmed. You can also select footage for playback by using this
button.
- Variable Zoom Speed Control
Another sure sign of amateur video is the unsteady zoom shot. But with
the HG10's zoom control, you simply select one of three pre-set zoom
speeds for smooth, steady, professional looking zooms.
- Focus Assist Function
The image quality of High Definition demands a properly focused
subject. The Focus Assist feature on the HG10 gives you sharp focus by
zooming into your image to let you focus on a close up of your
subject. It's the way professional videographers and photographers
work manually. A Peaking function also helps, by emphasizing image
contours.
- Level and Grid Markers
With the Level Marker feature, it's easy to keep your camera level for
more professional looking video. Line up any horizontal lines in your
shot -- such as the horizon -- to the marker and you can be sure your
camcorder is level.
The HG10's Grid Marker feature lets you compose your shot accurately,
according to the grid in your viewfinder. You can even choose from two
different colors for the grid. This ensures that you see the grid, no
matter what the background color of your shot is.
- Program AE Mode
For the best exposure for various situations, the HG10's Program AE
mode will automatically adjust the settings to compensate for the
conditions and subject. Choose from Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow,
Beach, Sunset, Spotlight and Fireworks. You won't have to guess if
you're capturing all the action just the way you want it because the
HG10 will do it for you.
- Quick Start
Never miss a quickly unfolding shot again. Push the Quick Start button
between shots -it places the HG10 in standby mode. When the action
starts, push the Quick Start button again to begin recording in less
than one second. You'll also help extend your battery life compared
with leaving the camcorder in regular recording mode.
- Low Light Performance
By increasing the sensitivity of the HG10s HD CMOS sensor and using
improved fixed-pattern "noise" reduction technology, you can now shoot
clearer, sharper video at very low light levels. When taken with a
1/30 sec. slow shutter, subjects can be shot at light levels as low as
just 3 lux. You won't be afraid to shoot indoors or in poorly lit
outdoor locations again.
- Built-in Electronic Lens Cover
Never worry about a lost lens cover or one that gets in your way when
shooting. The built-in electronic lens cover on the HG10 automatically
opens when you turn the camcorder on and closes when you turn it off.
- Advanced Accessory Shoe Terminal
Shoot video like the professionals do, with the accessories that give
you the best in audio and lighting. The HG10's advanced accessory shoe
provides the power for an accessory video light, video flash or
directional stereo microphone- the things you need to bring your video
to the next level.
- Microphone/Headphone Terminal
Enhance the quality of your audio by using an accessory microphone to
capture better sound and headphones to monitor the audio as you hear
it. Your videos will sound as good as they look.
- Built-in Ultra Video Light
Some of the most magical shots are taken at the end of the day or long
after the sun has set. You won't miss any of them, thanks to the
HG10's bright built-in Ultra Video Light. The light lets you shoot
subjects in color in low light up to 4.9 feet away. So, whether it's a
shot of a sleeping baby or a dramatic skyline at night, the HG10
captures all the moments you want to record.
- Long Recording Time
You can truly take advantage of the long recording times offered by
HDD video thanks to the performance of the HG10. It allows you to
record up to 5 hours and 30 minutes of video in XP+ mode, 11 hours 30
minutes in SP mode or up to 15 hours in LP mode. All this without the
worry of running out of recording media. Your Actual Recording Time
(continuous on battery charge) can be up to 70 minutes with the LCD
used in the Normal brightness mode. Getting the shots you want, when
you want them, will be easier than ever.
* Advanced Photo Features
The HG10 has many advanced photo features which make it a camera that
rivals other state-of-the-art digital cameras. You get the best of both
video and photos.
- HDD Still Photo Grab from Video
Another Canon exclusive feature on the HG10 is the capability to
capture still frame images from video recorded onto the hard disk
drive. None of Canon's competitors allow you to review your already
shot footage to select just the right still to save and share. It's
just one more way the HG10 gives you more flexibility to meet your
creative desires.
- 3.1 Megapixel Photos
The same Canon CMOS image sensor tha ensures sharp, vivid HD video
also gives you brilliant digital photographs. Like the CMOS image
sensors in Canon's EOS Series digital SLR cameras, the HG10's image
sensor results in outstanding digital photographs. It gives an
impressive resolution of 1920 x 1440 for sharp, crisp still images.
- DIGIC DV II
DIGIC DV II features improved continuous shooting of digital
photographs with the HG10. You can shoot five (3.1 Megapixel) still
images per second, and enjoy faster processing of your images to your
memory card (1.4x normal card; 2.5x Hi Speed card).
- Focus Features
Auto Intelligent Auto Focus (AiAF) ensures sharp images and gives
creative flexibility. Even when your subject isn't in the center of
the frame, the HG10's 9-Point AiAF will automatically select from
nine metering frames on the screen to help bring images into sharp
focus.
Since it is critical to achieve very sharp focus when shooting in
High Definition, the HG10 camcorder features Canon's revolutionary
and exclusive Instant AF focusing system. It offers a dramatic
improvement in auto focus speed and accuracy (compared to traditional
auto focus systems). The Instant AF feature uses an external sensor,
in combination with Canon's auto focus system, to help significantly
decrease the time it takes to find focus, even in low light
conditions. This new system achieves focus instantaneously, reducing
focus "hunting." The benefits of Instant AF are especially seen in
high brightness, and night shooting situations. It's even possible to
capture fast, accurate focusing, even when following a moving
subject.
And because a properly focused subject is more critical than ever
with HD, the HG10 also features Focus Assist. This helps in capturing
your subject in razor sharp focus. (When you start recording, this
assistance is automatically cancelled.)
- Auto Exposure Modes
Like any good digital still camera, the HG10 lets you choose from a
range of exposure modes. Auto mode automatically sets the exposure,
letting you concentrate on your subject. AV (aperture priority) mode
lets you control depth of field by letting you choose the aperture.
TV (shutter priority) mode lets you select the shutter speed for
sharp, action shots. In P (program) mode, the camcorder adjusts
camera settings automatically.
- Program AE Mode
Your life happens everywhere, so the HG10 gives you settings that
automatically result in the best exposure settings for different
conditions and different subjects.
Portrait mode ensures shallow depth of field for a pleasing
background to your shots of friends and family. Sports mode stops the
action with faster shutter speeds. Night mode is designed to give you
great shots after the sun goes down. Snow and Beach modes compensate
for bright surroundings and give you the proper exposure on your
subject. Sunset mode results in vibrant, well-exposed colors for one
of the toughest subjects to capture. Use Spotlight mode when your
child is on stage and in the spotlight - literally - and you want to
make sure the exposure is right for them. And Fireworks mode records
brilliant images of another tough subject: the holiday fireworks
display.
- Simultaneous Photo Recording
With the HG10, you can record HD video and capture a 2 Megapixel
photo to a memory card - simultaneously. Simply press the photo
button and you've got an email-ready digital photo to share with
friends and family.
- Histogram Display
For the advanced digital photographer, the HG10 comes with a
Histogram Display - a feature found in Canon's line of digital SLR
cameras. The display allows you to see the brightness information of
your still images, so you can adjust your exposures as you shoot.
- Level and Grid Markers
With the Level Marker feature, it's easy to keep your camera level
for more professional-looking photographs. Line up any horizontal
lines in your shot - such as the horizon - to the marker and you can
be sure your camcorder is level.
The HG10's Grid Marker feature lets you compose your shot accurately,
according to the grid in your viewfinder. You can even choose from
two different colors for the grid. This ensures that you see the
grid, no matter what the background color of your shot is.
- Photo Grab from Hard Drive
The versatile HG10 even lets you capture a still image from an
already recorded movie. While playing the movie in your camcorder,
simply press the photo button to capture a 2.07 Megapixel 16:9 still
frame on a miniSD card. It's another way the HG10 lets you enjoy and
share your precious memories.
- Built-in Flash
Your HG10's built-in flash lets you capture superb photos indoors and
in low light conditions. The HG10 also features red-eye reduction.
* Share Your Photos
Your HG10 comes with features that make it simple to share your still
photos.
- Print/Share
Print/Share turns your HG10 into a photo lab in the palm of your
hand. Simply connect your camcorder directly to select Canon printers
or any PictBridge-compatible printer with the supplied USB cable.
Then, with a simple touch of the Print/Share button, print directly
from your HG10 without going through a computer.
Print/Share also makes it easy to transfer your still images to your
computer. Simply connect your HG10 with your computer, press the
Print/Share button and your photos are downloaded to your computer.
- miniSD Memory Card Compatible
The HG10 makes it easy to store digital photos on an optional miniSD
Memory Card. Popularly used in today's newest cell phones and half
the size of a standard SD card, the miniSD Card offers the benefit of
high-capacity storage in a very small size.
* Corel Application Disc
The Canon HG10 High Definition Camcorder is bundled with a powerful
software suite from Corel. WinDVD SE lets you play back your recorded
video on your computer. You can also easily perform AVCHD Editing in
which you can trim, reorder, and combine scenes, as well as add music,
titles, and transitions. With the Corel Application Disc, you can use
DVD Moviewriter SE when finished to burn your edited video onto either a
full size AVCHD DVD or Standard Definition DVD.
(This application is compatible with Windows XP and Windows Vista.)
* Additional Features
- USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Terminal for digital video streaming and ultra-fast
transfer of movies and photos.
- Backup Utility Disc allows you to safely back up your recorded video
onto your computer's hard disk, so your video files are preserved.
- Wireless Remote Control lets you operate your HG10 from a distance, so
you don't have to be left out of the picture.
- One Year Parts And Labor Limited Warranty provides protection long
after other manufacturers' warranties expire.
-- SPECIFICATIONs -----------------------------------
IMAGE SENSOR - 1/2.7" CMOS Sensor, RGB Primary Color Filter
TOTAL PIXELS - Approx. 2.96 Megapixels
EFFECTIVE PIXELS-
Movies (HDD): Approx 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080)
Still Images (Card): 4:3 mode: Approx 2.76 Megapixels
(1920 x 1440)
16:9 mode: 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080)
Still Recording Pixels: Approximately 3.1 Megapixels
(2048 x 1536)
RECORD TIME - XP+: 5 hours 30 minutes
XP : 9 hours 30 minutes
SP : 11 hours 30 minutes
LP : 15 hours
LENS - Zoom Ratio : 10x Optical/200x Digital
Focal Length: 6.1 ~ 61mm
Zoom Speed : Variable/3 Fixed Zoom Speeds
Max. F/Stop : f/1.8 ~ 3.0mm (HDD)
Filter Size : 43 mm
FOCUS SYSTEM - Instant AF, through the lens
Manual focusing possible
Manual Focus Assist Functions (Magnifying, Peaking)
Manual Exposure
Min. Focus Distance is 10mm (wide)/1m (tele)
WHITE BALANCE- Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent,
Fluorescent H.
PROGRAMMED AE- Auto, Program, Av, Tv, Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach,
Sunset, Spotlight, Fireworks.
PLAYBACK MODE- Supports 1080/60i, 1080/24f
SHUTTER SPEED- 1/2,000 or 1/500 (card)
IMAGE STABILIZATION-
SuperRange Optical (lens shift)
VIEWFINDER - Widescreen 0.27" Color Viewfinder (Approx 123,000 pixels)
LCD SCREEN - 2.7" Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD (Approx. 211,000
pixels).
RECORD MEDIA - Hard Disk Drive 40 GB (Internal)
AUDIO - Movie SD recording None; HD: Dolby Digital 2ch (AC-3 2ch)
Audio Compression Method: Dolby Digital 2 channels (AC-3.2
channels), 48kHz.
Movie Recording: ACVHD (MPEG-4 AVCH/H.264: 5/7/9/15 Mbps)
MISCELLANEOUS- Auto Date/Time
Record Search/Review
POWER SOURCE - Supplied CA-570 Compact Power Adapter
Supplied BP-2L13 Battery Pack
DIMENSIONS - 3.2" x 3.0" x 5.1" WT.- 1.1 lbs.
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