Canon VIXIA HG21 High Definition Camcorder - 3.1 Megapixel, 12x HD Video Lens, 200x Digital Zoom, 2.7" LCD, 24Mbps, USB, HDMI, 1920x1080 Recording at TigerDirect.com
Canon VIXIA HG21 High Definition Camcorder
Continuing Canon's industry-leading reputation for technology and product quality, Canon's latest high definition camcorders deliver the optical excellence, advanced image processing and superb performance found in our photographic and broadcast television lenses. With our Canon Exclusives, we bring more advanced features to our camcorders, enabling you to more easily take your video to a higher level than ever possible before.
Among our latest products is the Canon VIXIA HG21 Hard Disk Drive Camcorder. It combines the ease of recording video directly onto an internal Hard Disk Drive with the advanced AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) format. Its 120GB Hard Disk Drive allows you to record up to 45 hours of crisp, high definition video (LP Mode). It also is a dual system camcorder, with the capability of also recording video and still images to an SDHC card as well.
The VIXIA HG21 boasts 1920 x 1080 Full HD, and has a CODEC capable of recording 24Mbps -- the highest AVCHD bitrate --through Canon's own Full HD CMOS Image Sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II image processor. Other exclusives are a new Genuine Canon 12x HD video lens, SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization and Instant AutoFocus and a host of other advanced features including an HDMI™ Connector. Enhanced and simplified controls give you more choices and easier operation. Remarkable image reproduction and advanced features are yours in this compact AVCHD Format Hard Disk Drive camcorder which easily goes along with you, wherever you are, to capture those unforgettable moments in life- in true HD.
Specifications
Sensor:
3.1 Megapixel
Image Resolution:
1920 x 1080
Movie Resolution:
1920 x 1080
Recording Definition:
High Definition
Memory Included:
120GB Internal
Storage Media Type:
Memory Card
Internal Hard Disk
Flash Memory Card:
SD/SDHC
Compressed Format:
JPEG
Movie File Format:
AVCHD
Optical Zoom:
12x
Digital Zoom:
200x
Focus Mode:
Instant AF
LCD Monitor:
2.7 inches
LCD Pixels:
123,000 pixels
LCD Coverage:
100%
Maximum Aperture:
f 1.8 - 3.0
White Balance Control:
Auto
Daylight
Cloudy
Manual
Tungsten
Fluorescent
Fluorescent H
Shooting Modes:
Sunset
Portrait
Snow
Beach
Fireworks
Spotlight
Movie Mode:
30 fps
Movie Image Resolution:
1920 x 1080
Computer Interface:
HDMI
Batteries Included:
Yes
Features:
Accessory Shoe
Optical Image Stabilization
Color:
Black
Detailed Features
A Closer Look
Features
120GB Hard Disk Drive
Record HD Video Directly to SDHC Memory Cards
Genuine Canon 12x HD Video Lens
Canon Exclusive: 3.3 Megapixel HD CMOS Image Sensor
Capture Razor-Sharp 3.1 Megapixel Photos - Advanced Photo Features
HDMI Terminal
Microphone Terminal with Manual Audio Level Control
Includes Pixela ImageMixer 3SE Video Editing Software
Customer Reviews and Rating
Customer Rating:
4.6
Customer Reviews:
3
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Value
4.7
Features
4.7
Quality
4.7
Performance
4.3
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5 star
Reviewer:
nan on
Nov 17, 2009 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
very good deal
Decent value
Reviewer:
Billabongm on
Aug 31, 2009 Customer Rating:
4.0
Value
4.0
Features
4.0
Quality
4.0
Performance
4.0
This camera performs most functions well and the design is good. LCD is effectively crisp and functional. Because of small camera size in order to insure good imaging a tripod is highly recommended. One down side is the smallest amount of vibration distorts video beyond anything I have ever experienced with DVC units. Its a bit of a trade off for convenience. The zoom is excellent and the HD capacity quite good. Panning is also an area that requires an experienced hand for optimum results. Be forewarned of a mini HDMI connection. I have DVC equipment and the picture quality between the two is very close. MTS video files using full resolution are quite large and require a computer with a lot of guts when editing. I found that Premiere Pro did a good job, but Pinnancle Studio had to be tweaked somewhat. Overall, I'd recommend this cam at the price for what it can do. Finally, the color viewfinder which seems to be disappearing on many low end electronics is a virtual must have.
Great Deal
Reviewer:
ST on
Aug 05, 2009 Customer Rating:
4.8
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
4.0
I had a Sony DCR SR200 HD camcorder. Within 2 years the video display went out (probably a pinched ribbon cable). I bought this camera to replace it and definitely made the right call. The only drawback is that the movies are in mpeg-ts which is HD quality and most video players can't read that format. You can find a cheap or free converter anywhere on the net. Great photos, great quality movies and tons of space with a 120GB disc.
Digital Video Solution Disc for Windows and Macintosh
Pixela ImageMixer 3SE (Video Editing Software)
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Canon VIXIA HG21 High Definition Camcorder - 3.1 Megapixel, 12x HD Video Lens, 200x Digital Zoom, 2.7" LCD, 24Mbps, USB, HDMI, 1920x1080 Recording
$699.99
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Canon Warranty provided by:
Canon Limited Warranty:
12 months parts;
12 months labor
Mfg Part No:
2704B001 UPC No:
013803092592 Box Size:
( Length:
8, Width:
8, Depth:
7 )
Shipping Weight:
3.3000 pound(s)
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