Canon DC22 2.2MP DVD Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom

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• Item Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000H7MGVM
• Item model number: DC22
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #8,764 in Camera & Photo (See Bestsellers in Camera & Photo)

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• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 2, 2004

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Manufacturer Description

Manufacturer Description As one of the world's smallest and lightest DVD camcorders, the stylish DC22 easily transfers advanced video and photo technology from the palm of your hand into your living room. A 2.2-megapixel CCD and advanced RGB color filter give you superior images, while the DC22's dual-layer recording system offers almost double the recording time of typical DVD camcorders. Plus, a large, widescreen LCD makes it easy to compose and review your video. The DC22 even lets you record and show your high-resolution widescreen images on a standard TV, in letterbox format, making it the highlight of every family home movie night.

Canon DC22 Highlights

Record direct to DVD For those fun family moments that seem to never end, the DC22 DVD camcorder gives you the convenience and versatility of recording directly onto both single-layer and dual-layer DVD discs.

Only 3 inches (8cm) in diameter, DVD-R/-RW format single-layer discs can store up to 60 minutes of video and are compatible with most DVD players. Using a dual-layer DVD disc, however, the DC22 also gives you the ability to record close to two hours of once-in-a-lifetime memories direct to DVD!

Imagine capturing every moment of your child's school play or concert without having to worry about changing the disc in the middle of the action. It's all thanks to the DC22's dual-layer recording system, which uses 3-inch DVD-R/-RW dual-layer discs to record almost double the time (XP=36 mins / SP=54 mins /LP=108 mins). From curtain rise to curtain call, the DC22 puts extended recording power right into the palm of your hand.

The DC22 automatically records over blank disc space too, so you don't have to worry about losing precious shots. In addition, the DC22's DVD functionality makes it possible for you to review your footage quickly and easily without the bother of rewind or fast-forward searching. With the camcorder's Visual Index, you can review your footage at a glance and play the selection you want. You can even select shots and arrange them into a play list. It's like editing your video right in your camcorder!

What's more, the finalization process for these DVDs is quick and easy. It's just one more reason why you'll love recording direct to DVD with your DC22.

Convenience in a compact size The DC22 truly is one of the world's smallest and lightest DVD camcorders. Its unique, super slim design makes it easy to operate, carry or put in your coat pocket. One-touch buttons and an electronic lens cover also make one-hand operation a snap, while the DC22's two-tone color exterior adds to its elegant appearance.

One-hand operation Even though the DC22 comes packed full of advanced video and photography features, it remains incredibly easy to operate. This is because the camcorder has been designed for one-handed operation. The main control buttons are all positioned for effortless manipulation by the hand holding the camcorder, thereby requiring no assistance from your other hand.

Widescreen recording means that you get the big picture, every time

Widescreen HR recording The DC22 records true high-resolution widescreen for picture-perfect video. Canon's Widescreen HR Mode uses the entire width of the image sensor, capturing true 16:9 widescreen.

So why is the way you record widescreen images so important? Because you want an image made for widescreen, not adapted for widescreen. Widescreen is the future -- every HD television is widescreen.

The story of how we do it may be a bit technical, but the result is clear to see. Canon camcorders use the entire width of the image sensor to capture your precious video in true 16:9 format. What difference does this make? It's simple. With more pixels captured, you get better image quality. Other camcorders force the wider picture into a smaller space on the sensor -- giving you a less than true image, with fewer pixels and lower quality. With high-resolution recording on a Canon camcorder, the canals of Venice will be as grand as you remembered seeing them.

The viewfinder of your DC22 displays the image in a "letterbox" view -- from side to side and top to bottom, what you see will be what you get. No guessing and extra work when looking at an image that's distorted like a fun house mirror. Not only that, but the DC22's big, 2.7-inch LCD screen lets you see exactly what you're recording without compromising ease of use. With its lightweight, ergonomic design and one-touch controls ideally located at the rear of the camcorder, the DC22 gives you true one-hand operation.

The DC22 also lets you show your great Widescreen HR video on a standard television in letterbox format.

Plus, to make it even easier, a Widescreen button lets you switch from standard 4:3 to 16:9 Widescreen mode at the touch of your finger. The widescreen feature can also be used in both Program mode and Easy Recording mode, as well as with the camcorder's advanced image stabilization.

Why shouldn't your camcorder shoot as wide as your widescreen TV? It should. The DC22 gives you the opportunity to own a camcorder that shoots as wide as your widescreen TV. And our competitors can't match the widescreen video you'll get from your Canon DC22.

You want your memories to last forever -- that's why you've taken the time to shoot them. And you want to shoot in widescreen format to get everything you can out of your new widescreen TV or home theater system. Remember -- widescreen is the future -- be sure you invest in that future with a Canon camcorder.

Canon optical performance Brilliant optical quality is part of every Canon broadcast lens, 35mm film camera, digital camera and camcorder. The DC22 digital DVD camcorder is no exception, offering you the same Genuine Canon Optics that has made the name Canon synonymous with unsurpassed optical performance.

The DC22 comes with a 10x optical zoom lens that has been precisely matched to the camcorder's CCD. The lens features high-quality glass with a unique, super spectra coating developed exclusively by Canon to reduce flare and ghosting for a clean image. Combined with the DC22's powerful 200x digital zoom, the lens gives an impressive range of focal lengths. Use a shorter focal length to record the breathtaking backdrop of your summer vacation. Or, use a longer focal length to capture the delight on your child's face during the school play.

Wide-angle and teleconverter attachments For more creative flexibility, the DC22 can be enhanced with an optional 0.7x wide-angle attachment or an optional 1.5x teleconverter attachment -- giving you an even greater range of focal lengths. The result? More impressive landscapes, wildlife shots and action close-ups.

Ensure a crisp, clear picture with Canon's optical image stabilizer

Image stabilization The DC22's built-in high-quality image stabilizer features Smooth Zoom and Level Shot control for rock-steady video -- whether you're shooting sporting events, fun and games at a child's birthday party, or capturing a shot at a long focal length. Thanks to Canon's expertise, the DC22's image stabilization system corrects camcorder shake instantly, thereby eliminating one of the telltale signs of amateur video.

Stunning digital photography With the DC22's advanced photo features, you get both a digital video camcorder and digital still camera, all rolled into one. Just like an advanced digital camera, the DC22 lets you choose the metering mode and scene mode that's right for your subject, or lets you shoot with Auto Exposure Bracketing.

For control over depth of field and capturing motion, you can shoot in either Aperture Priority or Shutter Priority mode. High Speed Shutter is perfect for shooting on bright, sunny days. 9 Point AiAF (Auto Intelligent Auto Focus) keeps your subject in sharp focus. You also get Motor Drive mode, image effects, and built-in flash with red-eye reduction. The DC22 even comes with simultaneous photo recording for capturing still images while shooting video.

2.2-megapixel CCD The same 2.2-megapixel CCD that ensures sharp, vivid video also gives you brilliant digital photographs.

DIGIC DV Because Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV signal processing circuit processes video and still images differently, you get uncompromising image quality for both. Video and still images have different color requirements and DIGIC DV technology processes the two signals accordingly. That means digital photos are maximized for viewing on computer monitors and as prints. DIGIC DV is just one of Canon's technologies that help to unleash the performance potential of the DC22.

9 Point Ai-AF Auto Intelligent Auto Focus ensures sharp images and gives creative flexibility. Even when your subject isn't in the center of the frame, the DC22's AiAF will bring it into sharp focus.

Auto Exposure modes Like any good digital still camera, the DC22 lets you choose from a range of exposure modes. Auto mode automatically sets the exposure, letting you concentrate on your subject. AV (aperture priority) lets you control depth of field by letting you choose the aperture. TV (shutter priority) lets you select the shutter speed for sharp, action shots. In P (program) mode, the camcorder adjusts camera settings automatically.

Metering modes For advanced photographers -- and videographers -- the DC22 gives you a choice of metering modes. Depending on lighting conditions and your subject, you can choose between: Evaluative, Center-weighted average, and Spot metering.

Image effects The DC22 lets you choose from the following effects to add creative flare to your photos: Vivid, Neutral, Low-Sharpening, Soft Skin Detail, and Custom.

Continuous Shooting mode With this mode, your DC22 operates like a camera with a motor drive, for rapid fire shooting at 2.5 frames/second (1632x1224) or 3 frames/second (1280x960). It's perfect for fast-action sports, or even faster kid-action!

Auto exposure bracketing To capture the perfectly exposed shot, even under tricky lighting conditions, Auto exposure bracketing lets you automatically capture three photos -- one at normal exposure, one underexposed, and one overexposed.

Special scene modes A wide selection of automatic exposure modes makes it easy to capture great photos -- and video -- under any conditions. 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.

Photo Review button This feature is a quick and easy way to ensure you got your shot.

Simultaneous photo recording Capture e-mail ready digital photos to a memory card while you record video.

Red-eye reduction Reduce red-eye for beautiful photos of friends and family.

Stitch assist Stitch assist software lets you create an impressive panoramic image from a series of still images. Simply capture your panoramic scene in more than one image, and then download the images into your computer. Stitch assist aligns and crops the images into a single, ultra-wide panoramic photograph.

Create panoramic photos with the stitch assist software

Brilliant video The DC22's powerful 2.2-megapixel CCD features an RGB primary color filter for incredible detail and vivid, true-to-life color similar to 3CCD camcorders. Plus, the DC22 offers Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV image processor, which processes video and photos differently for exceptional color and clarity.

The DC22 even lets you shoot brilliant video in the darkest conditions with a bright video light. The new Level Shot Control feature gives you a horizontal marker in your viewfinder to help you keep your camcorder level, and a marker to help center your subject. And Smooth Zoom Control ensures smooth, steady zooms automatically -- for professional looking video.

2.2-megapixel CCD One of the reasons the DC22 delivers stunningly vivid video and still images is its razor-sharp 2.2-megapixel CCD. This performance is then combined with Canon's advanced RGB primary color filter. Other camcorders process color using a standard CMYG filter, resulting in duller colors. Canon's RGB filter separates light into its red, green and blue components resulting in natural-looking tones and vivid hues. Together, these two technologies ensure that images are captured with outstanding clarity, giving you brilliant image quality to match the camcorder's brilliant DVD functionality.

DIGIC DV Because Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV signal processing circuit processes video and still images differently, you get uncompromising image quality for both. Video and still images have different color requirements and DIGIC DV technology processes the two signals accordingly. That means your video images are maximized for viewing on monitors and for projection. DIGIC DV is another of Canon's technologies that help to make the DC22 an exceptional performer.

Low-light performance Some of the most magical shots are taken at the end of the day or long after the sun has set -- and you won't miss any of them, thanks to the DC22's built-in video light. It allows you to keep shooting in low-light conditions, so you never miss a beat.

Audio excellence To match the brilliance of its video image quality, the DC22 records audio with Dolby Digital Stereo. That ensures a complete movie theater experience in the comfort of your living room of the vivid memories that you captured for your friends and family.

Share your video The DVD technology of the DC22 not only makes it easy to capture great images, it also makes it easy to share your video with family and friends.

To begin with, you can simply watch the video you've just shot by connecting your DC22 to your TV and viewing your unfinalized DVD. Or, finalize your DVD, then watch it on your TV by playing it in your DVD player. (Your DC22 comes with both S-Video and Composite output.)

You can also share your video by connecting your DC22 to your computer with the supplied USB cable. Then, with one touch of the Print & Share button, you can transfer your video footage to your hard drive.

Once your video is transferred, the supplied Roxio MyDVD software lets you edit your footage, create a chapter and play menu, and burn your footage to additional DVDs. Plus, even if your computer doesn't have a DVD drive, you can still make DVDs to share by using your DC22 to create another DVD.

Share your photos Your DC22 comes with a variety of features that make it fast and easy to share your still photos.

Print & Share Print & Share turns your DC22 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, you can print directly from your DC22 without going through a computer.

Print & Share also makes it easy to transfer your still images to your computer. Simply connect your DC22 and your computer, press the Print & Share button and your photos are downloaded to your computer.

miniSD memory card You can also share your photos, thanks to the camcorder's 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.

Roxio My DVD software With your camcorder's Roxio MyDVD software, you have everything you need to get the most out of the video you shoot.

The software supplied with your camcorder enables you to edit your video, including every extra minute of your family's summer vacation or child's school performance shot on Dual Layer discs. This way, you keep just your most precious shots and can let them tell the stories you want to tell. You can then create Chapter & Play menus so you can access and play just the video you want to watch. Then, it lets you burn DVDs so you can share the captured memories with all your friends and family.

Roxio MyDVD software also makes it easy to share your video with its one-touch dubbing feature (available only with Windows XP). With one touch of a button, your video is automatically captured to your PC and dubbed to a DVD. No one has to wait long for their copy. Or, if your PC isn't equipped with a DVD drive, the software lets you capture your video to your computer and then burn a DVD using the camcorder itself.

Finally, Roxio MyDVD Software simplifies your life by letting you read unfinalized DVDs via your USB 2.0 hi-speed cable. It's the software you need to get the most out of your DVD camcorder.

Additional Features

• Built-in electronic lens cover
• Power off eject system
• 2.7-inch widescreen LCD with backlight
• Easy menu system
• USB 2.0 high-speed terminal
• Remote control
• Digital effects/fades
• Selectable display languages

Product Description

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Customer Reviews

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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is better than Sony, here's why..., December 26, 2006

By	Christian Campbell "Store Owner/Director" (Chapel Hill, NC) - See all my reviews

While I have some reservations about this camcorder, I believe that it is the best mini-DVD recorder for most people.

Briefly: this camcorder is easy to use, can take decent pictures and excellent video at a reasonable price.

Number one on my list was that it needed to be easy enough for my technophobic wife. Operation is as simple as 1,2,3,4: Turn it on, put in a blank DVD, press record/stop, finalize the disc.

There are a plethora of manual controls if you want to go beyond auto mode. You can choose from two manual modes: scn & P. Scn is for an intermediate user who knows what the outside conditions are but isn't ready to control every aspect of shutter speed, white balance & so forth. There are 8 scn settings, including sports, snow, fireworks and night. The expert user can select P mode and can control even the most obscure settings. I prefer to use auto mode most of the time and when appropriate switch to scn.

Now, inspite of my 5-star rating, the DC22 isn't perfect. I'm very concerned that one of my kids will get ahold of it and it will be sionara. It is delicate. There is a lot of technology crammed into this small camera. Another gripe is that the joystick is difficult to use. You use the joystick frequently because it is the primary way to navigate the menu screens and change your settings in the function screens. I frequently have to repeatedly press down on the joystick before it will take. While these are major issues, I made my rating based on the competition.

Sony gets the ratings in most magazines. I disagree. Sony camcorder use propietary technology such as the Sony memory stick which you don't find at every Walmart & Target. Also, the reviews will tell you that the Sony's that offer still photography aren't much better than a cell phone. When it comes to the lense & the chip technology, Canon holds its own. And, personally the Canon feels better in my hand. But, you can be the judge of that.

Briefly, about the still quality: It is as good as you can find on a camcorder. However, the colors often appear more vibrant than they really are and the still detail is not as good as even a 3.2 megapixal Canon camera. I prefer the prints over a disposable, but I would rather have a Canon Powershot model for this duty.

Here are some other nice features. It uses mini-SD cards. You should have no trouble finding 1-2 gig cards that will handle 1,000-2,000 stills at one time. It includes a standard usb cable for transferring stills. It includes a cable that does have a proprietary camera end but the other end has standard AV attachments for plugging into a tv or other video device. With this cable you can transfer video data either way. It also has a rechargeable battery that lasts 1 1/2 hours and a power cable that can be used for recharging and for general operation of the camcorder.

As far as the media type, DVD-R, it is the standard. Why would anyone get a mini DVD camera that uses other formats? DVD-R is what will play on your home DVD player. If you recorded on DVD+R or even DVD+/-R DL (this recorder can use DVD-R DL) you would be limited to playing your DVD's on this DVD player or loading them onto your pc and editing them. If that's your gig, the editing software is easy to use and can create professional looking event DVD's.

I recommend this camcorder for most people. If you prefer to edit your videos and create a final product with the highest quality video possible, it is still no match for mini DV players. But lets face it, my wife wants to point and shoot and play it for friends without having to do a lot of work. And the last thing I want to do is sit at a pc for hours going over raw video footage in order to create semi-professional movies. Also, don't waste an extra $200 getting the DC40. The stills suffer from the same coloration issues so even though it offers 4.3 megapixals, it won't replace your still camera.
****Revised 1/30/07****
Per request, here is my take on DVD type. I prefer to use DVD-R at the 20 or 30 minute quality. There's very little difference in quality. However, if you attempt to record at the 60 minute/per disk quality, you will notice a difference. It's easy enough to change DVD's during filming. Just open it and stick a new one in. It takes 10-15 seconds before you can begin recording again, so you probably won't miss much. The reasons for choosing DVD-R over DVD-RW and DVD-R/RW DL are cost, durability and universality. DVD-R disks will play in any DVD player... not so with the DL disks. You will need a Dual Layer compatible player. DVD-RW degrades more particularly if you erase and re-record. The surface is softer because it is made to be burned to, erased and re-burned. Therefore there is a greater risk of data loss. Now you might wonder about erasing useless video and/or editing. If I want an edited video (which I usually don't), I would copy the raw footage to a pc and then edit and burn a new (preferably full-size) DVD-R.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars HORRIBLE! Canon should be ashame of themselves, September 5, 2007

By	joyzeegoil "joyzeegoil" (Belleville, NJ United States) - See all my reviews

Received this item as a gift, was so thrilled to have it for the kids first day of school. Luckily I was playing around with it the day before and found out what a piece of crap this camera is. I recorded and then tried to finalize and found that the amera could not read the disc - amazing since it s the canon one that they even provided with the camera!! Then I lost everything I recorded. So, I tried 3 other dvd-r discs -- which are not cheap and the frikin camera could not read those either. What a piece of crap -- lost everything. I read the manual and even called the Canon people -- all they were able to tell me is geesh, that is not supposed to happen. I can only hope 6th ave. will accept the return tomorrow. Please stear clear of this item, unless you like to record things and only see them once and them loose them.

2.0 out of 5 stars Canon supplies useless Roxio software with this camera!, November 24, 2009

By	Deane G. Williams "DGW" (Farmington, CT USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I am just learning to use this camera. I loaded the supplied Roxio MyDVD for Canon software on my computer and plugged in the USB cable. When you go to the video capture screen it says that this version of the software, MyDVD LE, does not support image capture. Then it has the audacity to provide a link to the Roxio web site where you can purchase the "Pro" version for a mere $60 !!! I can't believe Canon can be so cheap. I wonder how much Roxio paid them to package their CD in with each camera! What a rip off!
After reading the other reviews I'm wondering what other disasters await me when I try to "Finalize" the DVD and play it in a player or computer. I will update this post then. No wonder this thing was so cheap.