Canon HR10 AVCHD 3.1MP High Definition DVD Camcorder with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 2.6 x 3.7 inches ; 1.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000Q34PYS
• Item model number: HR10
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,173 in Camera & Photo (See Bestsellers in Camera & Photo)

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  #8 in	Camera & Photo > Camcorders > Digital DVD
  #36 in	Camera & Photo > Camcorders > High Definition

• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

Manufacturer Description

The Canon HR10 raises the bar for high-definition quality for consumers who demand the very best but are not willing to compromise ease of use. Capture amazing HD detail and color reproduction on a standard 3-inch DVD discs and view it on a HD Blu Ray DVD player. Complete your high-definition home theater experience by creating the look and feel of Hollywood movies with the 24P Cinema Mode and achieve critical focus with the Instant AF.

The HR10 offers the unparalleled combination of Canon’s exclusive SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer to stabilize a wide range of movements, a built-in video light to easily shoot in dark settings, and the new 2.7-inch Multi- Angle Vivid LCD Screen to view from various angle with true color representation and contrast. The HR10 features the latest HD technology, excellence in Canon optics and engineering in a compact, sleek design to deliver the high level of performance you’ve come to expect from Canon.

HR10 Highlights

Canon Full HD CMOS sensor (1920x1080) The HR10 features a Canon manufactured HD CMOS Image sensor. Similar to its use in Canon’s EOS Series digital SLR cameras, the CMOS sensor reproduces high resolution images as true HD movies. Canon’s HD CMOS sensor acquires image information at 1920x1080 pixels. Canon’s HD CMOS sensor also features onchip noise reduction technology. This low noise technology feature means that even in dimly-lit scenes, the signals from each pixel are as pure as possible, with minimal "noise" or other aberrations.

RGB Primary Color Filter Whether you’re shooting video or photos, you will appreciate the HR10‘s stunning, high-definition image production. For rich, accurate color, the HR10 uses an RGB Primary Color Filter. It separates light into red, green, and blue color components, resulting in vibrant images with natural-looking tones similar to what you’d obtain from 3CCD camcorders.

Genuine Canon Optics With more than 70 years of expertise in manufacturing lenses for professional broadcast and photography, the Canon names represents optical excellence. That's why Canon's expertise in designing lenses for photography and broadcast television goes into every camcorder lens we make.

10x high-definition video lens The HR10 comes equipped with a 10X HD Video lens. An aspherical lens is used to help achieve low aberration and high resolution. The HR10 lens also features super spectra coating technology which lowers flare and ghosting. A gradation ND system is used for better exposure in bright shooting situations. This lens design creates true HD image quality.

DIGIC DV II image processor DIGIC DV II is the next generation of Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV signal processing technology designed specifically for HD. Since video and still images have different color requirements, DIGIC DV II HD digital signal processing ensures optimal image quality for both HD video and still images. Thanks to DIGIC DV II image processing, the HR10 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 images that are crystal clear.

SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer The HR10 features Canon’s SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Utilizing a Hybrid detection method (combining vector and gyro detection method) corrects camera shake instantly for steady shots. And unlike other optical stabilization systems, Canon’s Super Range OIS covers a wide range of movements while preserving image quality. It is even effective while taking photos.

24p Cinema Mode 24p Cinema Mode is a feature demanded by professional filmmakers and previously, only available on pro-level camcorders. 24p Cinema Mode enables all aspiring movie makers achieve a professional "film-look." This mode is actually two different features, which can be used independently, or together, depending on the user’s preference.

• The frame rate changed to 24p -- the same frame rate as movie film
• The HR10 changes the color and tonal characteristics to make you feel like you are watching a movie in the theatre.

2.7-inch widescreen multi-angle Vivid LCD The HR10 is equipped with a multi-angle Vivid LCD. This newly designed screen offers two key advantages for easy, flexible operation.

• A wide viewing angle -- view from any direction
• A wide color range -- provides robust, accurate color

Instant AF (Auto Focus) Instant AF is Canon’s new and advanced autofocus system. Using a Hybrid Control system, the Instant AF makes it easy to focus on previously difficult subjects. It dramatically decreases the time it takes to achieve proper focus and increases accuracy especially in low-light and high-brightness situations.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) terminal The HDMI terminal transports high definition video signal with audio in one cable to your HD Television. The new standard in HD connection.

Built-in electronic lens cover A built-in electronic lens cover automatically opens when the camcorder is turned on and closes when turned off. There is no dangling lens cover to lose.

Program AE mode The HR10 gives you a choice of settings that automatically result in the best exposure for different conditions. Scene modes include: Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, and Fireworks. Each adjusts your camcorder's settings to compensate for different lighting conditions and different subjects.

Simultaneous photo shooting While shooting an HD movie, you can simultaneously capture a 2-megapixel photo to a memory card by simply pressing the photo button. It’s perfect for anytime you don’t want to miss a moment.

Built-in Ultra Video light Increase your low-light capabilities even further by shooting with the HR10. Featuring an Ultra Video light, the HR10 enables you shoot subjects in color in low-light at distances up to 4.9 feet away.

Focus Assist function When shooting high-definition, a properly focused subject is more critical than ever. With one push of the Focus Assist Button (during manual focus setting), video zoom and peaking (for emphasizing image contours) are displayed. Not to worry, this is automatically cancelled when recording is started.

Level and grid markers It's easy to keep your HR10 level for more professional looking video. Simply press the Level Shot Control button, and a horizontal marker appears in your viewfinder. Line up any horizontal lines in your shot to the marker and you know your camcorder is level. Also, the Grid marker is very convenient for setting up the special balance in your shots. Since background colors vary, you can select from two line colors to make the lines easily visible.

Variable zoom speed control with 5 presets With this innovative feature, you can always be sure of smooth, steady, professional looking zoom shots. Simply select one of five pre-set zoom speeds.

3.1-megapixel photos Capture stunning 3.1-megapixel photos in 4:3 aspect ratio to a miniSD card (2.07-megapixels in 16:9).

9 Point Ai-AF mode Auto Intelligent Auto Focus ensures sharp images and gives creative flexibility. Even when your subject isn't in the center of the frame, the HR10's Ai-AF function will automatically select from 9 metering frames on the screen to help bring images into sharp focus.

Built-in flash Capture superb images in low light and indoor photography settings.

Histogram Display Commonly used in Canon’s line of digital SLR cameras, the HR10 features a Histogram Display. With just one push of a button, the brightness information of a still image is revealed. This allows you to monitor image quality so you can make adjustments to improve the next shots.

Print/Share button For fast and easy, one-touch printing of your photos at home, simply press the camcorder’s Print & Share Button. The button can also be used for one-touch downloading of your images to a computer.

Product Description

The Canon HR10 raises the bar for high-definition quality for consumers who demand the very best but are not willing to compromise ease of use. Capture amazing HD detail and color reproduction on a standard 3-inch DVD discs and view it on a HD Blu Ray DVD player. Complete your high-definition home theater experience by creating the look and feel of Hollywood movies with the 24P Cinema Mode and achieve critical focus with the Instant AF. The HR10 offers the unparalleled combination of Canon’s exclusive SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer to stabilize a wide range of movements, a built-in video light to easily shoot in dark settings, and the new 2.7-inch Multi- Angle Vivid LCD Screen to view from various angle with true color representation and contrast. The HR10 features the latest HD technology, excellence in Canon optics and engineering in a compact, sleek design to deliver the high level of performance you’ve come to expect from Canon.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Camcorder, December 31, 2008

By	Erwin Pili (NY, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've had this camera for a few months now and so far no problems. There have been many events captured in HD - recitals, ball games, birthdays, etc. I have been able to use cheap DVD's (available here at Amazon). It records in HD. Recorded media (8cm. DVD-R's) is encoded in AVCHD and can be played directly using a bluray player.
-ep

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice product, April 24, 2008

By	M. Kurapati "Ram" (Fallschurch, VA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I got this at a cheaper price, but the quality is worth the price. It has features, that most other camcoders doesn't have.

It uses a codec format, that stores HD media on non-HD media (like DVDs). Very Nice.

4.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly good but a bit outdated., November 2, 2009

By	Keith Dickens - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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Actually, it probably is outdated. The DVD format is not the most efficient way to go. But the quality of the shots I've gotten with this camera are awesome for the price I paid. I'm willing at this point to get the quality and do a little extra work in the post-production phase to convert the video.

It took a bit a bit to figure out the best way to get the video, in either SD or HD format off the disks and onto our editing machine. We used Any Video Converter (Free) to convert the files to a more editable format.

The quality of the camera when used with proper lighting is amazing for a single CMOS camera. It does have issues with poor lighting. It will become grainy, especially when working under red lights (like what we had in our haunted house).

The limited time that can be captured (especially under HD) per disk can be a problem if you just want to shoot all day long and not worry about changing disks. If you want to make webisodes/independent movies its not really that big of a problem if you manage disk space adequately and use DL disks.

There are also plenty of 37mm lenses that can screw onto the front of this thing but once it is attached BE CAREFUL. Its not a solid mounting system like you'd get with a prosumer/professional camera and I could image a good wack on the lens breaking the camera threads, lens and camera housing quite easily.

The two biggest things that I don't like are the lack of any support on Canon's website. I would have liked to have seen a firmware update available by now that would make increase the battery life, add additional presets, or improve focus detection. Not that any of those things are terrible now, but firmware updates can always make those things better.

The other problem that I have with the camera is that to capture pictures you'll need to buy a miniSD card. Not SD, SDHC, or even microSD...but miniSD. A dead format for cards. So if you buy this camera don't think that the plethora of SD cards you have laying around will cover you. You'll need to buy a miniSD card or two from Amazon at the same time.