Canon LA DC20 User Manual

Canon Video Lens:

True Clarity

Renowned for high quality professional optics, the DC10/20 Photo DVs' new optical
design utilize 2 aspherical lenses that are coated with super spectral finish. This helps
to reduce flare and ghosting while the gradation ND system prevents reduction in
resolution caused by light defraction. Your image is captured with superb definition and
contrast, capable even in low light.

RGB Primary Color Filter

The DC 20 Photo DV is equipped with an RGB
Primary Color Filter, the same color filtration
used in a professional 3 CCD camcorder. This
produces accurate and true-to-life color
reproduction, making your videos and stills richer
and more vibrant.

10x Optical Zoom

It's superb picture quality anywhere you go! Along with
the 10x optical zoom lens that deliver superb definition and
contrast, these compact and highly efficient lens give you greater
optical performance. The built-in Electronic Image Stabilizer
(Movie mode only) gives you the added control to stabilize
images even when it's the zooming or panning of your pictures.

10x

Optical Zoom

40x/200x

Digital Zoom

(Movie Mode - Selectable)

High Resolution 16:9 Mode

Create a theatre-like experience in your own living
room with Canon High Resolution 16:9 widescreen.
Optimized for widescreen television, each data
captured maximizes the entire width of the
CCD, producing crisp, high-resolution images.

4:3

Normal 16:9 Canon high res 16:9

DVD (Videos & Stills) Recording

DC10/20 Photo DVs comprise of two movie-recording functions

- DVD Video Recording (VR Mode) that provides video editing
functionality and DVD Video (Video Mode) allows compatibility
with all video players. For movie recording, its video compression
method adopts MPEG2 type, whilst for still images recording,
its compression method adopts JPEG type, thus maximizing video
quality on TV and still images for print or computer display.

Easy Access

With DC10/20 Photo DVs, their DVD recording systems allow
quick and random access to shooting. There's no need for fast­forwarding or rewinding to begin recording as footage is
automatically recorded on blank space. There's no need to worry
of over-writing the video data as the footage is displayed for
selection on VISUAL INDEX, which is available on selection of
Movie Play Mode. Play the footage you want to see with ease
with various RR/FW speeds (1.5x/2x/4x/8x)

Easy Editing

Editing is now a breeze with Play List. Select
your favorite footage or still images and place
on Play List, allowing you to change order or
divide footage whilst retaining original footage
and images. Even when you are recording, you can even do an
On-the-Spot editing, allowing you to freely divide and delete
original footage on the DVD camcorder.

Easy Play

Canon's DVD R/RW system allows compatibility with most DVD
home players. You can easily play your finalised footage with
your DVD player and create an instant slide-show for still images
on TV with ease. You can even make selection with the footage
you want to see with your customized Index. With the built-in
Quick Finalising button, your DVDs are finalized at greater speeds
and efficacy.

Easy Share with Bundled Software

Canon makes sharing your videos and still images easier with
the bundled 'Roxio My DVD' application. Along with the Photo
DVD Authoring Function, you can enjoy making your own DVD
movies!

What's more, for greater convenience, footage recorded can be
downloaded conveniently in three different ways -

1

A one-touch customised function dubbing from
the Photo DV to PC

2

Burn DVDs using the Photo DV directly or use
the PC to read unfinalized DVDs.

3

Play direct on any DVD player with finalized DVD from the
camcorder.

Specifications

System DC10 DC20

Type DVD Video Camera
DVD Recording Specifications Movie: Either DVD-Video Recording (VR mode) or DVD-

Scanning System 625 lines, 50 fields/25 frames, PAL color signal

Audio Dolby Digital (2 channels)
Recordable Discs 8cm DVD-R/-RW discs (doubled-sided type: 2.8 GB /single-sided

DISC Recording Time (Single sided: 1.4GB) XP: 20 min/Approx.9 Mbps (VBR), SP: 30

Image Sensor 1/4-inch interlaced CCD 1/3.9-inch interlaced CCD

LCD monitor 2.5-inch TFT color, approx. 123,000 pixels
Viewfinder 0.33-inch TFT color. approx. 113,000 pixels
Lens Movie: Optical 10x Zoom / Still: Optical 10x Zoom
Lens configuration 11 elements in 9 groups
Filter diameter 27 mm P=0.5
Image Stabilization Electronic
AF System 9-point AiAF (still image only)
White Balance Auto white balance, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent,

Inbuilt Flash Nil Light-guide flash
White LED Nil Mini video light
Minimum illumination Approx. 0.5 lx Approx. 1.3 lx

Maximum Shutter Speed (Tv Mode) 1/2000 (1/500 in CARD CAMERA mode)

Recording Specifications

Recording Media (Card/Disc) miniSD™ card / 8 cm DVD-R/-RW
File Format Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF), Exif 2.2 compliant,

Image Recording Format Still image: JPEG Type compression (Superfine/Fine /Normal)
DISC Recording Format DVD-R/-RW
DISC Recording (Single-sided disc) Still Image recording:

miniSD™ card (16MB) Recording Still Image Recording:

I/O terminals (level/impedance)

AV Terminal Multi Cable MTC-100 (output only)
DV terminal None
Microphone Terminal None
Headphone terminal None

Power etc.

Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC (Battery Pack)
Operating Temperature 0-40˚C
USB Terminal USB 2.0 High Speed
USB (Direct Print) PictBridge supported only
Dimensions (WxHxD) Approx. 48 x 86 x 122 mm
Weight (body only) Approx. 415g

This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories.
When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand
accessories or products bearing the same mark.

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VIDEO (VIDEO mode). DVD-R discs support DVD-VIDEO only
Movie compression method: MPEG2, Audio compression method:
Dolby Digital 2ch (Ac-32ch) /sampling frequency 48 kHz
Still Image: Complies with Exif Ver 2.2 (disc does not support
DPOF), compression method: JPEG Type

525 lines, 60 fields/30 frames, NTSC color signal

type: 1.4 GB)

* After shooting is completed for one side of the double-sided DVD,
it is turned over and used.

min/Approx.6 Mbps (VBR), LP: 60 min/Approx.3 Mbps (VBR)
(Double sided: 2.8 GB) XP: 40 min/Approx.9 Mbps (VBR),
SP: 60 min/Approx.6 Mbps (VBR), LP: 120 min /Approx.3 Mbps

*

VBR - Variable Bit Rate

(VBR)

(color correction filter), (RGB Primary Color filter),
Approx. 1.33 megapixels Approx. 2.20 megapixels

Fluorescent H

(using the Night Mode) (using the Night Mode)

Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) compliant

1632 x 1224 pixels (DC20 only): Superfine 1025/1045
(VIDEO/VR Mode) images/ Fine 1585/1615 (VIDEO/VR Mode)
images / Normal 2910/2960 (VIDEO/VR Mode) images.
1280 x 960 pixels (DC10 & DC20): Superfine 1630/1660
(VIDEO/VR Mode) images/ Fine 2495/2540 (VIDEO/VR Mode)
images / Normal 4595/4675 (VIDEO/VR Mode) images.
640 x 480 pixels (DC10 & DC20): Superfine 7945/8085
(VIDEO/VR Mode) images/ Fine 9999/11860* (VIDEO/VR
Mode) images / Normal 9999/19765* (VIDEO/VR Mode)
images.

The number of recordable images depends on the usage (subject and shooting)
conditions. The number of images can be recorded on a double-sided disc is twice
that of a single-sided disc. * The maximum display is 9999

Movie recording: MPEG2 (3/6/9 Mbps)

1632 x 1224 pixels (DC20 only): Superfine 9 images /
Fine 14 images / Normal 25 images.
1280 x 960 pixels (DC10 & DC20): Superfine 15 images /
Fine 20 images / Normal 40 images.
640 x 480 pixels (DC10 & DC20): Superfine 75 images / Fine
105 images / Normal 170 images.

The actual number varies depending on the images. Sample images recorded on
the supplied miniSD™ card are to be included in the total number.

Movie Recording: Not available

System Requirements for Supplied Software

Windows

Computer Type IBM PC/AT compatible or NEC PC98-NX series (Japan only)
OS Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Service

CPU Pentium 500 MHz or faster
RAM 128 MB or more (Windows 98 SE/Me) 256 MB or more (Windows

USB Interface Guaranteed only for computer preinstalled
Available Hard Disk Space ZoomBrowser EX/PhotoRecord: 250 MB or more; PhotoStitch: 40 MB or

Display 1024 x 768 pixels, High Color (16 bit) or higher
Miscellaneous Apple QuickTime 6.5 is required for movie playback and saving and

Macintosh

Computer Type Power Macintosh, PowerBook, iMac, iBook
OS From Mac OS 10.1.5 to 10.3
CPU PowerPC G3, G4, G5
RAM 256 MB or more
USB Interface Guaranteed only for computers preinstalled
Available Hard Disk Space ImageBrowser: 200 MB or more PhotoStitch: 40 MB or more
Display 1024 x 768 pixels, 32,000 colors or higher

To use DV Messenger, it is required that Windows Messenger 4.5/4.6/4.7 operates correctly.
It is required that Windows Messenger operates and the voice or video conversation can be used with a digital camcorder.

Please consult Microsoft for details.
If you are using a router, make sure it is an UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) compatible router. For details, consult your

internet service provider, telephone carrier, or refer to the manual of the router.
We recommend using a broadband internet connection.
The communication quality and connectivity depend on the congestion of the internet line and service.
This product does not guarantee a certain communication quality.

Supplied Accessories

Pack 4, Windows XP (including Service Pack 1 & Service Pack 2 )

2000/XP)

more; TWAIN Driver: 25 MB or more WIA Driver: 25 MB or more

saving and playback in QTVR format.

*UFS (Unix File System) is not supported

DC10/20 Body
Battery Pack (BP-208)
Compact Power Adapter
(CA-570)
Multi-AV Cable (MTC-100)
Wireless Controller
(WL-D86)
USB Cable (IFC-300PCU)
AC Cable
Digital Video Solution Disks
for Windows & Macintosh
DVD-R Disc
My DVD Software

Optional Accessories

Shoulder Strap

Wide Converter

(WD-H27)

Soft

Carrying Case

(SC-1000)

(SS-900)

0054W421

Filter Set

Battery Charger

(CG-300)

is a trademark of DVD Format /Logo Licensing Corporation.

"Dolby" and the double D symbol are trademark of Dolby Laboratories.

(FS-H27U)

Tele Converter

(TL-H27)

Soft

Carrying Case

(SC-2000)

Errors and omissions excepted.
Weight and dimensions are approximate.
Subject to change without notice.
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the United States and other
countries. Microsoft®

and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Other names and products
not mentioned above may be registered trademarks of trademarks of their respective
companies. SD Logo is a trademark. Canon is a registered trademarks of Canon Inc.

Warning: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights
of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.

World's Slimmest and Smallest

DVD Camcorders

The new Canon DC10/20 Photo DVs introduce futuristic sleekness and ultra-slim form to its DVD Camcorder, offering the
convenience of DVD recording format and synergy of Canon's supreme imaging technology like no other. It simply gives you
the power to capture brilliant movies and stills with Photo DV advanced functions combined with the capabilities of DVD. It's
convenience at your fingertips with Canon DC10/20 Photo DVs.

Exquisite Space Age Design

As the world's slimmest and smallest DVD camcorders*,
Canon DC10/20 Photo DVs give you ultra portability and
compactness with the latest design. Featuring 'space age' lines
that adorn its exterior along with an aluminium-built body, it is
a feel that is reassuringly tough. What's more, its brilliance in
style and uncluttered appearance is enhanced with a 2.5-inch
anti-reflective coated colour LCD monitor, a built-in lens cover that
retracts smartly into the camcorder body and user-friendly control
functions that are designed with one-touch button access.

* In the megapixel class as of October 2005.

High Resolution Megapixel CCD

Stunning Videos and Stills Quality

With the 2.2 megapixel CCD (DC20) or 1.3 megapixel CCD
(DC10), you'll now be able to capture images with higher
resolution quality, enabling high quality stills and great movies.
It's a characteristic truly of a Canon Photo DV! You'll marvel
at its ability to produce finer details and sharpness in your photos
and videos.

different color processing techniques to maximize video quality
on a TV and still image quality for print or computer display.

Still image by DIGIC DV

Canon DIGIC DV imaging processor first
considers the format of the output, then processes
the signal accordingly, resulting in high-quality
videos and photos.

The DIGIC DV Imaging
Processor:

Great Movies and Stills

Since videos and digital photos have unique
color requirements, DIGIC DV utilizes two

DVD disc

memory card
and DVD disc

DVD Camcorder with Full

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Photo Function

9-Point AiAF

The nine point auto focus system (9-point AiAF), delivers fast,
sharp results no matter where your subject appears in the frame.

When using 9-point range finding
AiAF function (image Zone, Auto
mode

):

With the Image Zone, the 9-point range­finding AiAF and center range-finding
frame AF functions can be selected.

High-speed Continuous Shooting

Enables high-speed or normal
continuous shooting of up to 60 frame
shots. Capture up to 2.5 (PAL)/3
(NTSC) frames per second in 1632
x 1224 resolution (DC20) or 4.2
(PAL)/5 (NTSC) frames per second
in 1280 x 960 pixel resolution.

StitchAssist

By using the StitchAssist mode, you can create magnificent
panoramas. Shoot your landscape, and transfer them to your
computer. Then simply select and arrange your images in the
correct order, and the supplied PhotoStitch software does the
rest, aligning, overlapping and cropping the separate images to
form one ultra-wide panoramic still image.

(Card Mode Only)

(Card Mode Only)

Program Auto Exposure

Most of the time, you will find Auto Mode sufficient
for most shooting conditions. But for more sophisticated
shooting situations, the camcorder selects aperture
and shutter speed but allows users to have control

over other settings such as white balance and metering.

3 Position Slide Switch

It's fast and easy access with the 3 Position
Slide Switch. Switch between Auto,
Program and 8 Special Scene modes with
ease, giving you more control when
shooting.

Program (AV and TV) Mode

DC10/20 Photo DVs feature both Av (Aperture Priority) and Tv
(Shutter Priority) modes to give the user more control when
shooting. The Av mode allows the photographer to choose the
aperture and shutter speeds will be automatically adjusted to
yield the correct exposure. While the Tv mode enables the
photographer to set the shutter speed, the Photo DVs will pick the
aperture to give that perfect shot an optimal exposure.

8 Special Scene Modes

The Special Scene mode includes a selection of 8 modes for
different shooting conditions:

Fireworks - Enables sharper shooting of fireworks displays.
Sunset - Restrains color scattering for more impact when shooting

Snow - Enables shooting of people on snow-covered mountains

Beach - Enables shooting of people on beaches without

Spotlight - Enables sharper shooting of scenes lit by a spotlight

Portrait - Defocus the background to set off the subject to be

Sport - Shoot fast-moving subjects eg. tennis matches and

Night - Subjects appear lighter in colour even at night time

sunset scenes.

without darkening or leaving a blue tint.

darkening.

or other light source.

shot.

golf etc.

or when the scene is otherwise dark.

Image Settings

For greater creativity, you have a selection of modes using the
FUNC button, to enable a variety of effects during recording:
Vivid, Neutral, Low Sharpening, Soft Skin Detail or Custom.

White Balance Settings

To compensate various light environments, these modes are
available for selection: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten,
Fluorescent, Fluorescent H or Custom.

Auto Exposure Bracketing

This feature allows you to record three photos (normal,
underexposed and overexposed) simply by pressing the PHOTO
button once.

Underexposed Normal Overexposed

(Camera Mode Only)

(Card Mode Only)

Low Light Features

A selection of modes to enable
you to shoot easily even at night.
Night Mode selects the ideal
shutter speed and sensitivity
to help brighten the scene without
sacrificing color. In the Super
Night Mode*, the built-in
LED lamp automatically lights

of the subject. With Night Plus Mode*, the LED lamp
can be turned on manually whenever required. Even in darkness,
the built-in Mini Video Light* allows you to shoot up to approx.

1.5m away, with approximately 3x the brightness of conventional
LED. What's more, with the Light Guide Flash* that automatically
fires in low light and backlit conditions for proper exposure,
it gives you added convenience under most shooting conditions.
The Light Guide Flash* also features a built-in red eye reduction
function.

* Applicable to DC20 only.

up responding to the brightness

Digital Effects

Unleashed a wide selection of special effects
and digital faders to enhance your images and
create greater visual appeal.

(Movie Mode Only)

Faders

Add a variety of transition to your
movies with a fade to or from
black. Choose from Auto Fade,
Corner Wipe, Wipe, Jump, Flip,
Puzzle, Zigzag, Beam and Tide.

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Special Effects

For more creativity, you can
switch on the following digital
effects during recording or

Cube

* In Card mode: Only black and white is available.

playback: Art, Black & White,
Sepia, Mosaic, Ball, Cube,

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Wave, Color Mask or Mirror.

Multi-image Screen

You can divide your
screen into 4 or 9 or 16
pictures with image
capture function. You can
choose the speed at
which the images are
captured: Manual, Slow,
Moderate or Fast.

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Recording Media

For your convenience, DC10/20 Photo DVs allow recording of
video clips directly on DVD discs. In addition, the Photo DVs
also enable user to record JPEG type images on both the
miniSD™ card and DVD discs.

Printing

It's one touch convenience by the
world's first Pictbridge compatible
DVD camcorder. Get direct
connectivity to any Pictbridge
printer in just 3 steps - Connect,
Push and Print with the Print/Share
button, its simple!

Connectivity

USB 2.0 High Speed

The DC10/20 Photo DVs support USB 2.0 High Speed transfer
for fast and easy transfer of full quality videos to a computer.
Windows Movie Maker 2 and other video editing softwares
support this interface. It also enables quick transfer of still images
from miniSD™ card.

Windows XP & Mac Compatible

Whether your computer is running Window XP/Mac OS X,
you can connect with confidence. Canon is the only camcorder
manufacturer certified for use with both operating systems.

Exif Print

The DC10/20 Photo DVs support Exif Print (2.2), a worldwide
standard that enhances communication between digital cameras
and printers. At the time of shooting, vital camcorder settings and
scene data are recorded with the image, resulting in realistic and
reliable color reproduction. Poor lighting or mistakes can also be
corrected, allowing photos to be even better than the originals.

Print/Share Button

The Print/Share button function makes it easy to print or download
images with just a flick of a button. Simply connect the Photo DV
to a Canon CP Compact Photo Printer, a Canon Bubble Jet Direct
Photo Printer, or any PictBridge compliant printer. Or connect your
Photo DV to your computer and with a single press, you can share
photos with friends and family instantly.