Canon Digital Camcorders User Manual

2005/2006

Camcorders

AUDIO RECORD LEVEL CONTROL

Permits manual control of recording level to suit the

shooting situation

CUSTOM KEYS

Assign your most commonly used functions to a button

of choice

MEGAPIXELS

The millions of tiny light sensors in the camcorder that

record images

DV MESSENGER

Software to operate camcorder via the internet or as a

Web-Cam

DV TERMINAL

Industry-standard, IEEE1394 interface for direct

connect to PC

LCD VIEW SCREEN (2.4", 2.5" & 3.5" LCD)

A flip-out, adjustable screen that acts as a large viewfinder

ONE TOUCH DUBBING

Dubbing using infrared signal from your video deck’s

remote controller

NIGHT MODE & SUPER NIGHT MODE

For recording in low-light or zero light

(Super Night Mode) conditions

PHOTO BUTTON

Takes still images just like a digital camera, even while

shooting video

USB

Data transfer cable interface to link camcorder to computer

HI-SPEED 2.0 USB

High speed data transfer cable interface to link

camcorder to computer

OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZER

Detects and compensates for camera shake with dynamic

lens elements

RGB PRIMARY COLOR FILTER

Special method of conversion-free recording to deliver

richer colours

DIGIC DV

Powerful image processor with dual processing path for

video and digital stills

SD MEMORY CARD/MULTIMEDIA CARD

Store JPEG, Motion-JPEG or MPEG4 files direct for fast

upload to PC

MPEG4 MOVIE RECORDING

Ideal recording standard for e-mail attachments

CANON DIRECT PRINT & PICTBRIDGE

Connect directly to compatible printers for photo prints

without the PC

3CCD & PIXEL SHIFT

For outstanding clarity, high resolution video and digital

still images

4 TYPE PICTURE ADJUSTMENT

Provides four different methods of fine-tuning images

ADVANCED ACCESSORY SHOE

Links camcorder to accessories without the need for cables

ANALOGUE-DIGITAL CONVERTER

Allows playback from analogue devices

(VHS or 8mm tape)

ANALOGUE LINE-IN

Record from 8mm/VHS tape/TV or other analogue source

onto DV tapes

AUDIO DUBBING

Allows commentary or soundtrack to be added to footage

Putting fun into
home movie making

Symbol Guide

Whether it’s your child’s first steps or weekend fun with friends, the best action
is often unpredictable – which is why Canon’s straight-to-DVD recording can be
so much fun.

Simply pick up and start shooting, and your Canon DVD
digital video camera looks after the rest. Rendering rich,
vibrant colours just the way you remember them, a powerful
DIGIC DV processor uses true split-path processing to
write superb quality video and stills to the next available
space on the disc.

Once you’ve captured that golden memory, hilarious
performance or embarrassing moment, thumbnails of every
scene let you see at a glance which footage you wish to share
– or quickly delete. Favourite scenes and digital stills can be

grouped into specially created playlists – all without having to
hook up to a PC.

With seriously advanced digital still camera functions, you’ll
be taking plenty of superb quality photos. And because
you can store thousands of high quality photos to each DVD,
you’ll never be worried about filling memory cards.

When the shooting is over, simply finalise the disc in-camera
before slipping it directly into your home cinema’s DVD player
to re-live and share those great moments.

With its 3x800k progressive scan CCDs and

full manual control over all image settings,

the XL2 represents the last word in flexible,

broadcast quality mini DV. Pro features

include 25p and 50i recording, 16:9 format

and an interchangeable lens system.

• 3x 1/3" 800,000 pixel progressive

scan CCDs

• 20x optical ‘L-series’ zoom lens

for dramatic framing

• Super range Optical Image Stabilizer

• 50i or 25p recording for both television

and cinema-photographic applications

• Full manual control over all settings

for total creative flexibility

• ‘Pro Quality’ 16:9 and 4:3 recording

• XL interchangeable lens system

• Fluorite lens component and 2

independent neutral density filters

• Professional audio and video connectivity

- 4 audio channels with 2 built-in XLR

connectors, phantom power and BCN

video

• SMPTE time code with Rec Run, Free Run

and preset settings

• IEEE1394 for remote camera control

and direct recording to PC

www.canon-europe.com/xl2/

Boasting an array of convenient features for

enhanced sound and pictures, the XM2 is

the high-performance choice for serious

digital enthusiasts and professional

videographers. Its advanced fluorite lens

system delivers exceptional sharpness and

resolution, while also helping to eliminate

colour aberration.

• 3x 1/4" highly sensitive 3CCD unit

with 470,000 Pixels

• Horizontal and vertical Super Pixel Shift

• L-series fluorite lens

• 20x optical/100x digital zoom

• Optical Image Stabilizer with

vari-angle prism

• Direction-accurate microphone with

3 frequency modes

• 2-channel manual audio level control

• Optional MA-300 adaptor with 2-channel

XLR terminals

• Many manual adjustments typically found

on professional models

• Custom Pre-set options

The super-stylish, ultra-slim 2.2 Megapixel

DC20 shoots superb digital stills and

impressive video direct-to-DVD. With

no tape to rewind, you can start shooting

whenever the action starts and a mini video

light keeps you recording well into the night.

• Incredibly slim and stylish with

easy-handling design

• 1/3.9" 2.2 Megapixel CCD, DIGIC DV

and RGB Primary Color Filter for

stunning colour

• 10x optical zoom with built-in lens cap

• Electronic Image Stabilizer for steady

footage

• True High Resolution 16:9 Mode for

panoramic widescreen

• Super Night Mode with Mini Video Light

• Record direct to DVD for easy in-camera

editing and review

• Advanced photo functionality – special

scene modes, AEB, 9-point AiAF,

Continuous Shooting and built-in flash

• PictBridge and Print/Share button for easy

direct prints

• Large 2.5" colour LCD with backlight

button, and intuitive, easy-access external

controls

• USB Hi-Speed connectivity for fast

uploading of movies and stills to PC

www.canon-europe.com/dvd/

With 4 Megapixel performance, the

MVX4i gives you resolution to burn – for

outstanding video quality and super sharp

digital stills that deliver photo quality

prints up to A4. Exquisite designer casing

protects the very finest cutting edge digital

imaging technology.

• 1/2.8" 4 Megapixel CCD for outstanding

movie and still image quality

• Powerful 10x optical zoom with genuine

Canon optics

• High resolution 16:9 mode for panoramic

widescreen

• DIGIC DV and RGB Primary Color Filter

for stunning colour reproduction

• Electronic Image Stabilisation keeps

footage steady

• Auto Exposure Mode dial allows easy

access to all automatic shooting modes

• Advanced Photo functionality: as found

in high-end digital still cameras

• Excellent low-light capabilities with

Mini Video Light and built-in flash

• Manual Audio Level control for great

sound in any situation

• 2.5" colour LCD with backlight button

for bright conditions

• USB Hi-Speed and IEEE1394 for PC

and internet connectivity

www.canon-europe.com/mvx4i/

• Advanced photo functionality – special

scene modes, AEB, 9-point AiAF and

Continuous Shooting

• PictBridge and Print/Share button for easy

direct printing

• Large 2.5" colour LCD with backlight

button, and intuitive, easy-access

external controls

• USB Hi-Speed connectivity for fast

uploading of movies and stills to PC

www.canon-europe.com/dvd/

• Incredibly slim and stylish with

easy-handling design

• 1/4" 1.33 Megapixel CCD and DIGIC DV

for beautiful colour reproduction

• Powerful 10x optical zoom with built-in

lens cap

• True High Resolution 16:9 Mode for

panoramic widescreen

• Electronic Image Stabilizer for steady

footage

• Record directly to DVD for easy in-camera

editing and review

Exquisitely styled, delightfully slender and surprisingly lightweight, the 1.33 Megapixel DC10

records video and photos straight to DVD. Shooting is direct, random and instant, offering

exciting in-camera editing possibilities and easy access playlists.

The DC10 delivers superb quality in one delightfully slender package, with DIGIC DV’s
true split path processing for digital stills and digital video. With straight-to-DVD
recording and no tape to rewind, you start shooting when you want. Scenes are stored
in easily accessible playlists, shown as a ‘visual index’ when you switch to play mode.
For stills, you have a fully specified digital camera, with features such as 9-point AiAF,
exposure bracketing and special scene modes. The DC10 even has a Print/Share
button, for direct printing of your favourite photos without the PC.

Movies and stills – straight to DVD

Super sleek, super stylish and super convenient.