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HG10
DVD Camcorder
Item Code: 2183B001
Available in October 2007
Fill Your Life with Full HD
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 Defi nition 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 superiori
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1 • AVCHD Format HDD in a Compact Size • Full HD onto a 40GB Hard Disk Drive • Canon Exclusive: 1920x1080 Full HD CMOS Sensor • Canon 10x HD Video Zoom Lens • Canon Exclusive: DIGIC DV II • Canon Exclusive: SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization • Canon Exclusive: Instant AF • 24p Cinema Mode • HDD Still Photo Grab from Video • Canon Exclusive: 2.7” Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD • Superb Shooting Control • Advanced Photo Features • Corel Application Disc • Additiona
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Features AVCHD DVD in a Compact Size The HG10 is Canon’s fi rst AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Defi nition) Format Hard Disk Drive camcorder. AVCHD uses an MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video codec, recording true 1080 High Defi nition 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, editi
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Full HD onto a 40GB Hard Disk Drive The HG10 captures 1920 x 1080 High Defi nition resolution 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, fi
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Canon Exclusive: 1920x1080 Full HD CMOS Sensor The HG10 captures 1920x1080 High Defi nition 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
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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 fi lm camera, digital camera and camcorder assures brilliant optical quality — and the HG10 is no exception. The HG10 comes with an outstanding High Defi nition video lens — a 10x HD Genuine Canon zoom lens. It’s the tool you need to record long shots of your child on the so
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Canon Exclusive: DIGIC DV II DIGIC DV II is the next generation of Canon’s exclusive DIGIC DV signal processing technology. Designed specifi cally 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
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Canon Exclusive: SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization The high-resolution images of High Defi nition 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 cor
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Canon Exclusive: Instant AF Another critical objective when shooting in High Defi nition 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 signifi cantly decrease the time it takes to fi nd focus, even in low light condit
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HDD Still Photo Grab from Video Another useful and advanced feature you will fi nd 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 fl exibility to meet your creative desires. *As of August 1, 2007 Canon Exclusive: 2.7” Multi-Angle Viv
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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 confi rmed. 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 wit
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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
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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 fl ash 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 h
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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
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Focus Features Auto Intelligent Auto Focus (AiAF) ensures sharp images and gives creative fl exibility. 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 Defi nition, the HG10 camcorder features Canon’s revolutionary and exclusive Instant AF focusing system. It offers a dramatic improvement
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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 fi eld 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 prop
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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 viewfi nder. You can even choose from two different colors for the grid. This ensures that you see the grid, no matter what the backgrou
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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 c
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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 fi les 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. • 1 Year Parts And Labor Limited Warranty provides protection long after other manufacturers’ warranties expire. © 20
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Specifi cations Digital Video Power Consumption Approx. 3.6W-4.9W 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) Maximum Recording Time XP+: 5 hours 30 minutes XP: 9 hours 30 minutes SP: 11 hours 30 minute
