Canon VIXIA HF M40 User Manual

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Extraordinary HD in the Palm of Your Hand

• Records crisp high definition video to a 32GB (VIXIA HF M41)/ 16GB (VIXIA HF M40) internal flash drive or directly to 2 SDXC-compatible memory card slots (VIXIA HF M400: 2 SDXC-compatible memory card slots only)

• Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens

• Canon HD CMOS Pro Image Sensor

• Canon DIGIC DV III Image Processor

• Dynamic SuperRange OIS with Powered IS

• Instant AF

• 24Mbps Recording

• 3.0" Touch Panel LCD and Color Viewfinder (VIXIA HF M41 only)

• Smart Auto

• Touch & Track and Genuine Canon Face Detection

• Cinema-Look Filters

• Story Creator

• Touch Decoration

• Relay Recording

• HD-to-SD Downconversion (VIXIA HF M41/ VIXIA HF M40 only)

• 24p Cinema Mode and 30p Progressive Mode

Canon HD Technology at Your Fingertips

• Records crisp high definition video to a 32GB (VIXIA HF R21)/ 8GB (VIXIA HF R20) internal flash drive or directly to 2 SDXCcompatible memory card slots (VIXIA HF R200: 2 SDXCcompatible memory card slots only)

• Genuine Canon HD Video Lens with 28x Advanced Zoom

• Canon 3.2-megapixel Full HD CMOS Image Sensor

• Canon DIGIC DV III Image Processor

• Dynamic Image Stabilization

• 24Mbps Recording

• 3.0" Touch Panel LCD

• Smart Auto

• Touch & Track and Genuine Canon Face Detection

• Touch Decoration

• Relay Recording

• HD-to-SD Downconversion (VIXIA HF R21/ VIXIA HF R20 only)

• Eye-Fi* SD Memory Card compatibility

• 1080p Output

• 24p Cinema Mode and 30p Progressive Mode

The Flash of Brilliance

• Records video directly to 8GB internal flash drive (FS40 only) or directly to an SDXC-compatible memory card slot for fast and easy sharing of your memories

• Compact and Lightweight Design (7.8 oz.)

• Genuine Canon 41x Advanced Zoom

• Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor

• Dynamic Image Stabilization

• Advanced Video Snapshot

• Eye-Fi* SD Memory Card compatibility

• Quick Start

• Widescreen HR Recording

• Quick Charge

• Intelligent Lithium-ion Battery

• 2.7" Widescreen LCD

• Built-in Video Light

• Pre-record

• Includes Pixela Video Browser Software

Wireless Audio Capture Made Simple

• Compatible with Canon VIXIA HF G10, VIXIA HF M41, VIXIA HF M40, VIXIA HF M400, VIXIA HF R21, VIXIA HF R20, and VIXIA HF R200 Flash Memory camcorders

• Range up to 164 feet (50m)

• Bluetooth Version 2.0 technology

• Consists of wireless receiver and transmitter

• Built-in transceiver allows easy two-way communication

Professional-Quality High Definition

• Records crisp high definition video to a 32GB internal flash drive or directly to 2 SDXC-compatible memory card slots

• Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens with 8-Blade Iris and manual focus ring

• Canon HD CMOS Pro Image Sensor

• Canon DIGIC DV III Image Processor

• Dynamic SuperRange OIS with Powered IS

• Instant AF

• 24Mbps Recording

• 3.5" High Resolution Touch Panel LCD (922,000 dots)

• Color Viewfinder

• Touch & Track and Genuine Canon Face Detection

• Smart Auto

• Relay Recording

• Native 24p Mode

• 24p Cinema Mode & 30p Progressive Mode

• Professional Shooting Assist Functions

• Cinema-Look Filters

• Tele Macro

Impeccable HD Video and Photos

• Records crisp high definition video to a 32GB internal flash drive or directly to 2 SDXC-compatible memory card slots

• Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens

• Canon 1/2.6" 8.59-megapixel Full HD CMOS Image Sensor

• Canon DIGIC DV III Image Processor

• Dynamic SuperRange OIS with Powered IS

• Instant AF

• 24Mbps Recording

• 3.5" High Resolution Touch Panel LCD (922,000 dots)

• Color Viewfinder

• Touch & Track and Genuine Canon Face Detection

• Smart Auto

• Native 24p Mode

• 24p Cinema Mode & 30p Progressive Mode

• Relay Recording

• HD-to-SD Downconversion

• Eye-Fi* SD Memory Card compatibility

• Professional Shooting Assist Functions

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High Definition Flash Memory Camcorder

Standard Definition Flash Memory Camcorder Wireless MicrophoneWaterproof Case

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Capture the sea's vibrant color and amazing clarity in stunning high definition.

CAPTURE ALL THE WONDERS OF THE OCEAN

Capture HD Underwater Video

• Compatible with Canon VIXIA HF M41, VIXIA HF M40, VIXIA HF M400 Flash Memory camcorders

• Provides waterproof protection up to 130 feet (40m)

• Compact and lightweight design

• Buttons provide easy operation and control

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* Canon camcorders are not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions, including wireless transfer.

In case of an issue with the Eye-Fi card, please consult with the card manufacturer. The use of Eye-Fi cards may not be approved in all regions, or from one region to another, please contact the card manufacturer for status of approval in the country/region of use.

All images and effects simulated. Specifications and availability are subject to change without notice. Weight and dimensions are approximate. Canon, VIXIA and DIGIC are registered trademarks of Canon Inc. in the United States and may also be registere d trademarks or trademarks in other countries. IMAGEANYWARE is a trademark of Canon. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Canon, Inc. is under license. AVCHD and the AVCHD logo are trademarks of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., LTD. and Sony Corporation. The SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. Canon camcorders are not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions, including wireless transfer. In case of an issue with the Eye-Fi card, please consult with the card manufacturer. The use of Eye-Fi cards may not be approved in all regions, or from one region to another, please contact the card manufacturer for status of approval in the country/region of use. Warning: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended: this product is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon makes no representations or warranties with respect to any third party accessory or product mentioned herein.

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Dynamic SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer with Powered IS

Dynamic SuperRange OIS takes shake correctio n to a whole new level. It provides continuous adjustment

throughout the entire zoom range to correct an even broader range of motion. Extra compensation is applied at wide-angle focal lengths to help eliminate

unwanted vibration common with walking. Powered IS provides an even higher level of compensation for subtle hand movement at the telephoto end of the zoom range.

Smart Auto

Smart Auto makes shooting great video easier than ever before. Using the power of Canon’s DIGIC DV III Image Processor, the camcorder intelligently detects an d analyzes faces, brightness, color, distance and movement, then automatically selects the best settings for the scene. Whether capturing a sunset, a day at the beach, or a fast-paced soccer game, Smart Auto delivers exceptionally accurate results.

Touch & Track

Touch & Track allows any subject (pets, vehicles, etc.) to be the focal point of your video simply by selecting it on the Touch Panel LC D. It continuously tracks your subject while automatically adjusting focus and exposure.

Genuine Canon Face Detection

The same high quality Face Detection technology used in Canon digital cameras is available in Canon VIXIA ca mcorders. Up to 35 fa ces can automatically be dete cted, and 9 detec tion fram es can b e displayed at one time. It will recognize faces that are turned down or sideways. In addition, a specific face may be selected as the main subject for continuous tracking. Playback also allows you to access specific scenes based on faces.

Cinema-Look Filters

Express your creative vision through distinctive built-in filters. Choose from among nine filters as you record to create video with a variety of professional cinematic looks.

Cinema Standard — Recreates the warm tones and muted highlights of classic film

Cool — Adds a bluish tint for cool, futuristic-looking scenes Dramatic B&W — Creates bold black-and-white videos with

high contrast and grain

Dream — Adds a magical look (soft focus) for dream-like scenes Memory — Produces a faded, misty look, such as for flashback scenes Nostalgic — Recreates the look of old ‘70s TV programs Old — Gives video the aged look of old cinema Sepia — Applies a sepia tint for an antique, faded look Vivid — Accentuates primary colors for a bright, cheerful look

Genuine Canon Optics

Canon optics are th e backbone of Canon’s superior image quality. Using many of the same technologies that hav e made Canon l enses legendary the world over – Super Spectra multi-coating, aspherical elements and more – Canon’s video lenses deliver unsurpassed detail, resolution, contrast and color.

Canon DIGIC DV III Image Processor

DIGIC DV III is Canon’s most advanced HD image processor ever, helping to deliver enhanced image

quality, true color production for both video and photos, and a sophisticated noise reduction system for exceptional low-light performance. It is also the high-speed engine which powers a variety of Canon technologies including Genuine Canon Face Detection, Smart Auto and 8.0-megapixel photo capture, and Cinema-Look Filters.

Instant Autofocus

Sharp focus is crucial when shooting high definition video. Canon’s proprietary Instant Autofocus system delivers fast, accurate focus, even when you’re shooting in bright light, at night, or with the camera in motion. The revolutionary hybrid system combines an external sensor with Canon’s proven high-performance through-the-lens AF system. It uses both phase difference detection and the CMOS image sensor to dramatically decrease focusing time and help ensure consistently sharp video.

Canon HD CMOS Pro Image Sensor

Select VIXIA camcorders feature the Canon HD CMOS Pro Image Sensor, a 1/3-inch native 1920 x 1080 image

sensor that incorporates the same proven technology at the heart of Canon’s pro-grade camcorders. The HD CMOS Pro Image Sensor defies convention: using fewer pixels than typical consumer camcorder sensors, it delivers far superior video performance.

Outstanding Video Resolution – The effective number of pixels in the HD CMOS Pro sensor is exactly equal to 1920 x 1080, the resolution of Full High Definition video. Since resizing is not needed, Full HD video is recorded with exceptionally high resolution.

Superb Low-Light Performance – Because there are no more

pixels than needed to capture Full HD, each pixel site is larger and more sensitive to light. This makes it possible to capture high-quality video even in dim lighting.

Wide Dynamic Range – The larger pixel area also enables more light to be stored, making it possible to detect and

capture a wider range of tonal values. Both highlights and shadows are thus reproduced more accurately, and skin tones are captured with fine gradation.

Specification Chart Accessory Chart

HD Model VIXIA HF G10 VIXIA HF S30 VIXIA HF M41 VIXIA HF M40 VIXIA HF M400 VIXIA HF R21 VIXIA HF R20 VIXIA HF R200

Recording Media

Flash Memory Flash Memory Flash Memory Flash Memory

Memory Card Slot

2x SD/SDHC/SDXC 2x SD/SDHC/SDXC 2x SD/SDHC/SDXC 2x SD/SDHC/SDXC

Internal Storage

32GB 32GB 32GB 16GB – 32GB 8GB –

Image Sensor

1/3-inch HD CMOS Pro 1/2.6-inch CMOS 1/3-inch HD CMOS Pro 1/4.85 CMOS

Total Pixels

2.37 Megapixels 8.59 Megapixels 2.37 Megapixels 3.28 Megapixels

Effective Pixels

Video: Approx. 2.07

Megapixels (1920 x 1080)

Photo: Approx. 2.07

Megapixels (1920 x 1080)

Video: Approx. 6.01

Megapixels (3264 x 1840)

Photo: Approx. 8.02

Megapixels (3264 x 2456)

Video: Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080) Photo: Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080)

Video: Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080)

Dynamic IS ON: Approx. 1.47 Megapixels (1616 x 909)

Advanced Zoom ON: Approx. 1.04 Megapixels (1360 x 765)

Photo: 16:9 Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080)

4:3 Approx. 2.41 Megapixels (1792 x 1344)

Full HD 1920x1080 Movie Recording

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Image Processor

DIGIC DV III DIGIC DV III DIGIC DV III DIGIC DV III

Image Stabilizer

Dynamic SuperRange OIS

with Powered IS

Dynamic SuperRange OIS

with Powered IS

Dynamic SuperRange OIS with Powered IS Dynamic Image Stabilizer

Zoom Ratio (Optical/Digital)

10x/200x (Video Only) 10x/200x (Video Only) 10x/200x (Video Only) 20x/28x (Advanced Zoom)/400x (Video Only)

24Mbps Recording

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Instant AF

Yes Yes Yes –

Face Detection

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Touch & Track

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Smart Auto

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Native 24p Mode

Yes Yes – –

HD-to-SD Downconversion

Yes Yes Yes – Yes –

LCD Screen

3.5" High Resolution Touch Panel Widescreen LCD Approx. 922,000 dots

3.0" Touch Panel Widescreen LCD Approx. 230,000 dots

Viewfinder

Yes Yes Yes – –

Advanced Video Snapshot

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Relay Recording

Yes Yes Yes Yes

USB Terminal

USB 2.0 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Hi-Speed

MIC Terminal

Yes

(Manual Audio Level Control)

Yes

(Manual Audio Level Control)

Yes (Manual Audio Level Control) Yes (Manual Audio Level Control)

HDMI Terminal

Yes (Supports 1080p Output, CEC, X.V. Color)

Yes

(Supports CEC, X.V. Color)

Yes (Supports 1080p Output, CEC, X.V. Color) Yes (Supports 1080p Output, CEC, X.V. Color)

SD Model FS40 FS400

Recording Media

Flash Memory

Memory Card Slot

SD/SDHC/SDXC

Internal Storage

8GB –

Image Sensor

1/6" CCD

Total Pixels

680,000 Pixels

Effective Pixels

Video: Advanced Zoom ON (16:9): Approx. 450,000 pixels (937 x 480) (Wide)/360,000 pixels (839 x 430)

(Tele); Advanced Zoom OFF/Dynamic IS

ON (16:9): Approx. 360,000 pixels

(839 x 430) Photo: Approx. 450,000

pixels (809 x 554)

Image Processor

DIGIC DV II

Image Stabilizer

Dynamic Image Stabilizer

Advanced Zoom (16:9)

41x

Zoom Ratio (Optical/Digital)

37x/2000x

Quick Start

Yes

Smooth Zoom Control

Yes

LCD Screen

2.7" Widescreen LCD Approx. 112,000 dots

Viewfinder

–

Pre-Record

Yes

Advanced Video Snapshot

Yes

Program AE Mode

Yes

Video Light

White LED

USB Terminal

USB 2.0 Hi-Speed

MIC Terminal

–

Model

VIXIA

HF G10

VIXIA

HF S30

VIXIA

HF M41/HF M40/

HF M400

Batteries

BP-808, BP-819, BP-827

Chargers/Adapters

CG-800, CA-570

Cables

STV-250N, CTC-100, HTC-100

Straps

NS-10, SS-600, SS-650, WS-20

Cases

SC-2000, SC-A1000, SC-A80, SC-A75, HC-300

LCD Hood

3.5" –

Lenses

WD-H58W WD-H58

WD-H43, TL-H43, FS-43UII

TL-H58

Microphone

DM-100, SM-V1, WM-V1

Video Light

VL-5, VFL-2

Waterproof Case WP-V3

– Yes

Remote Control Adapter RA-V1 – Yes

Model

VIXIA

HF R21/HF R20/HF R200

FS40/FS400

Batteries

BP-110 BP-808

Chargers/Adapters

CG-110, CA-110 CG-800, CA-570

Cables

STV-250N, CTC-100, HTC-100 STV-250N

Straps

NS-10, SS-600, SS-650, WS-20 WS-20

Cases

SC-2000, SC-A1000, SC-A80, SC-A75

LCD Hood

– 2.7"

Lenses

WD-H34II, TL-H34II –

Microphone

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Video Light

–

Cinema Standard

Cool

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