VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 5
... focus but is also small enough to shoot. Highlights of the VIXIA HF G10 The Canon VIXIA HF G10 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal in focus. The video is 60 cm (2 ft.) throughout the entire zoom range, which allows you to a customizable button and adjust those ...35 mm equivalent), the camcorder has superb wide-angle shooting capability. The 8-bladed iris aperture also enhances the blurred background effect. Manual controls at full telephoto. Furthermore, you can use the double memory card slot to create engrossing video stories.
... focus but is also small enough to shoot. Highlights of the VIXIA HF G10 The Canon VIXIA HF G10 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal in focus. The video is 60 cm (2 ft.) throughout the entire zoom range, which allows you to a customizable button and adjust those ...35 mm equivalent), the camcorder has superb wide-angle shooting capability. The 8-bladed iris aperture also enhances the blurred background effect. Manual controls at full telephoto. Furthermore, you can use the double memory card slot to create engrossing video stories.
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 7
...Autofocus 47 Face Detection 48 Touch & Track 50 Zooming 51 Using the Zoom Lever or Wireless Controller 51 Using the Touch Screen's Zoom Controls 52 Soft Zoom Control 53 Digital Tele-Converter 53 Advanced Image Stabilization 54 7 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit 55 Automatic Exposure Recording Programs ...Using the WM-V1 Wireless Microphone 73 Using Commercially Available Microphones 74 Using an External Video Light 75 Using a Zoom Remote Controller 76 Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal 77 Video Scopes 78 Displaying the Waveform Monitor during [A Programmed AE] Recording Program...
...Autofocus 47 Face Detection 48 Touch & Track 50 Zooming 51 Using the Zoom Lever or Wireless Controller 51 Using the Touch Screen's Zoom Controls 52 Soft Zoom Control 53 Digital Tele-Converter 53 Advanced Image Stabilization 54 7 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit 55 Automatic Exposure Recording Programs ...Using the WM-V1 Wireless Microphone 73 Using Commercially Available Microphones 74 Using an External Video Light 75 Using a Zoom Remote Controller 76 Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal 77 Video Scopes 78 Displaying the Waveform Monitor during [A Programmed AE] Recording Program...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 19
Wireless Controller WL-D89 1 2 3 4 5 6 Names of Parts 7 8 19 9 10 1 START/STOP button (0 37) 2 b (index selection) button (0 90) Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to switch between shooting and playback mode. 3 MENU button (0 29, 140) 4 DISP. (onscreen display) button (0 81) 5 SET button 6 B (stop) button (0 86) 7 PHOTO button (0 37) 8 Zoom buttons (0 51) 9 Navigation buttons ( Z/O/y/A ) 10 A/C (play/pause) button (0 86)
Wireless Controller WL-D89 1 2 3 4 5 6 Names of Parts 7 8 19 9 10 1 START/STOP button (0 37) 2 b (index selection) button (0 90) Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to switch between shooting and playback mode. 3 MENU button (0 29, 140) 4 DISP. (onscreen display) button (0 81) 5 SET button 6 B (stop) button (0 86) 7 PHOTO button (0 37) 8 Zoom buttons (0 51) 9 Navigation buttons ( Z/O/y/A ) 10 A/C (play/pause) button (0 86)
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 30
...[MENU] 6 [Language a] • Touching [FUNC.] is necessary only when performing the procedure in English regardless of the language selected. NOTES • Some control buttons, such as necessary. 4 Set the correct date and time by changing all the fields in the same way. 5 Touch [Y.M.D], [M.D,Y] or [D.M.Y] to select...selected. 2 Touch a field you want to change (year, month, day, hours or minutes). 3 Touch [Z] or [O] to change the field as [ZOOM], [FUNC.] or [MENU], will appear in a recording mode. 2 Touch the desired language and then touch [a]. You can set it . Changing the ...
...[MENU] 6 [Language a] • Touching [FUNC.] is necessary only when performing the procedure in English regardless of the language selected. NOTES • Some control buttons, such as necessary. 4 Set the correct date and time by changing all the fields in the same way. 5 Touch [Y.M.D], [M.D,Y] or [D.M.Y] to select...selected. 2 Touch a field you want to change (year, month, day, hours or minutes). 3 Touch [Z] or [O] to change the field as [ZOOM], [FUNC.] or [MENU], will appear in a recording mode. 2 Touch the desired language and then touch [a]. You can set it . Changing the ...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 41
... (0 22). 41 • Under certain conditions, the Smart AUTO icon that can also use the LCD screen. panel: [Zoom], [Decoration]. - 7 menu: [Soft Zoom Control], [Zoom Speed Level], [Zoom Lever Zoom Speed], [Wireless Ctrlr Zoom Speed], [AF Mode], [Auto Slow Shutter], [Conversion Lens], [Camcorder Shake Indicator]. - 8 menu: [Video Snapshot Length],... appears on the screen may not look natural. The photo size (1920x1080) and quality cannot be recorded while the digital zoom is the same as JPG files. FUNC. However, the actual number of the LCD screen with the settings. In such...
... (0 22). 41 • Under certain conditions, the Smart AUTO icon that can also use the LCD screen. panel: [Zoom], [Decoration]. - 7 menu: [Soft Zoom Control], [Zoom Speed Level], [Zoom Lever Zoom Speed], [Wireless Ctrlr Zoom Speed], [AF Mode], [Auto Slow Shutter], [Conversion Lens], [Camcorder Shake Indicator]. - 8 menu: [Video Snapshot Length],... appears on the screen may not look natural. The photo size (1920x1080) and quality cannot be recorded while the digital zoom is the same as JPG files. FUNC. However, the actual number of the LCD screen with the settings. In such...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 46
... autofocus. Focus Preset When focusing manually, you can set a preset position for the focus in advance so that preset focus position instantly. 1 Open the focus controls. [FUNC.] [X Focus] 2 Touch [MF]. 3 Turn the focus ring to the desired focus position. 4 Touch [ ] to set the autofocus speed. You can... also turn the focus ring. Operating modes: 46 POINTS TO CHECK • Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure. With autofocus, you can later return to that you can set the preset focus position. You can let the camcorder...
... autofocus. Focus Preset When focusing manually, you can set a preset position for the focus in advance so that preset focus position instantly. 1 Open the focus controls. [FUNC.] [X Focus] 2 Touch [MF]. 3 Turn the focus ring to the desired focus position. 4 Touch [ ] to set the autofocus speed. You can... also turn the focus ring. Operating modes: 46 POINTS TO CHECK • Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure. With autofocus, you can later return to that you can set the preset focus position. You can let the camcorder...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 47
...from the front of the selected option appears on the subject in the center of the lens barrel) to f and 60 cm (2 ft.; throughout the zoom range, measured from the front of the screen. The focus is useful even when recording in .; This mode is adjusted at a stable speed. The autofocus...; The preset focus position will not appear in your recordings. You can turn the focus ring on this screen or touch [a] to hide the focus controls. • The peaking effect and black & white picture will be canceled when the camcorder is turned off. • When the camcorder is activated, edges in...
...from the front of the selected option appears on the subject in the center of the lens barrel) to f and 60 cm (2 ft.; throughout the zoom range, measured from the front of the screen. The focus is useful even when recording in .; This mode is adjusted at a stable speed. The autofocus...; The preset focus position will not appear in your recordings. You can turn the focus ring on this screen or touch [a] to hide the focus controls. • The peaking effect and black & white picture will be canceled when the camcorder is turned off. • When the camcorder is activated, edges in...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 51
...] 2 Touch [J Fast], [K Normal] or [L Slow] and then touch [f]. 3 Touch [Zoom Lever Zoom Speed]. 4 Touch [I] for variable speed or [ ] for constant speed. • If you can zoom in and out: using the zoom lever on the camcorder, using the zoom buttons on the wireless controller or using the zoom controls on the touch screen. Move it toward Q (wide angle...
...] 2 Touch [J Fast], [K Normal] or [L Slow] and then touch [f]. 3 Touch [Zoom Lever Zoom Speed]. 4 Touch [I] for variable speed or [ ] for constant speed. • If you can zoom in and out: using the zoom lever on the camcorder, using the zoom buttons on the wireless controller or using the zoom controls on the touch screen. Move it toward Q (wide angle...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 52
.... To set the wireless controller's zoom speed For the wireless controller, first set the overall zoom speed to one of the screen. 2 Touch the zoom controls to operate the zoom. • Touch anywhere within the Q area to zoom out or anywhere within the P area to zoom in. Approximate zoom speeds* (wireless controller) [Wireless Ctrlr Zoom Speed] speed setting [Zoom Speed Level] setting [L Slow...
.... To set the wireless controller's zoom speed For the wireless controller, first set the overall zoom speed to one of the screen. 2 Touch the zoom controls to operate the zoom. • Touch anywhere within the Q area to zoom out or anywhere within the P area to zoom in. Approximate zoom speeds* (wireless controller) [Wireless Ctrlr Zoom Speed] speed setting [Zoom Speed Level] setting [L Slow...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 53
... while recording. • While the digital tele-converter is activated, photos cannot be enlarged approximately 2 times and the icon will deteriorate throughout the zoom range. Zooming Soft Zoom Control Soft zoom control allows you can attach the optional tele-converter and use it in conjunction with this setting if you do not intend to use soft...
... while recording. • While the digital tele-converter is activated, photos cannot be enlarged approximately 2 times and the icon will deteriorate throughout the zoom range. Zooming Soft Zoom Control Soft zoom control allows you can attach the optional tele-converter and use it in conjunction with this setting if you do not intend to use soft...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 68
...and [Monaural] settings in microphone. When an external microphone is connected to the MIC terminal with the sound linked to have more control over a more focused the sound will be changed. - Options ( Default value) [ Monaural] Mono recording that adds to ...shoe. - Operating modes: 1 Open the [Built-in Mic Directionality] screen. 68 [FUNC.] [MENU] 7 [Built-in microphone to the zoom position. Built-In Microphone Directionality Built-In Microphone Directionality You can change the directionality of the built-in Mic Directionality] 2 Touch the desired option...
...and [Monaural] settings in microphone. When an external microphone is connected to the MIC terminal with the sound linked to have more control over a more focused the sound will be changed. - Options ( Default value) [ Monaural] Mono recording that adds to ...shoe. - Operating modes: 1 Open the [Built-in Mic Directionality] screen. 68 [FUNC.] [MENU] 7 [Built-in microphone to the zoom position. Built-In Microphone Directionality Built-In Microphone Directionality You can change the directionality of the built-in Mic Directionality] 2 Touch the desired option...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 76
... • In mode, the only available functions are turning the power on an external monitor. For details about using the zoom remote controller, refer to the instruction manual of a shot. Using the ZR-2000 only: switching between autofocus and manual focus, Push AF* and focus... AF function allows you want to ensure maximum stability of the ZR-2000 or ZR-1000. Using a Zoom Remote Controller Using a Zoom Remote Controller The optional ZR-2000 or ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller will allow you to use certain functions while viewing the picture on the camcorder. Operating modes: 76 Connect...
... • In mode, the only available functions are turning the power on an external monitor. For details about using the zoom remote controller, refer to the instruction manual of a shot. Using the ZR-2000 only: switching between autofocus and manual focus, Push AF* and focus... AF function allows you want to ensure maximum stability of the ZR-2000 or ZR-1000. Using a Zoom Remote Controller Using a Zoom Remote Controller The optional ZR-2000 or ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller will allow you to use certain functions while viewing the picture on the camcorder. Operating modes: 76 Connect...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 86
... be more than 2 seconds to switch between recording dates. EDrag your finger along the scroll bar. When you want to play back. • Move the zoom lever toward P to drag your finger right for the previous index page*. AMemory being read. 5 Playback Playing Back Video Playback Playing Back Video Operating modes...
... be more than 2 seconds to switch between recording dates. EDrag your finger along the scroll bar. When you want to play back. • Move the zoom lever toward P to drag your finger right for the previous index page*. AMemory being read. 5 Playback Playing Back Video Playback Playing Back Video Operating modes...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 138
...] - z z 55 [X Focus] Touch AF frame; [2] (manual focus): Toggle on - [ ] (waveform monitor), exposure adjustment dial [ZOOM] Zoom controls, [START]/[STOP] control (for movies) and [PHOTO] control (for photos)1 z z z 52 [c Mic. Level]2 [z Automatic], [y Manual] [Audio Level Indicator]: Toggle on or off - Recording Modes Control Button Setting options/Function AUTO y CINEMA 0 [MENU] Open the menus - z z 46 [d] (peaking): Toggle on...
...] - z z 55 [X Focus] Touch AF frame; [2] (manual focus): Toggle on - [ ] (waveform monitor), exposure adjustment dial [ZOOM] Zoom controls, [START]/[STOP] control (for movies) and [PHOTO] control (for photos)1 z z z 52 [c Mic. Level]2 [z Automatic], [y Manual] [Audio Level Indicator]: Toggle on or off - Recording Modes Control Button Setting options/Function AUTO y CINEMA 0 [MENU] Open the menus - z z 46 [d] (peaking): Toggle on...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 140
... * Operation not available for the two preexisting stories, [Unsorted] and [Video Snapshot]. Setup Menus 7 Camera Setup Menu item [Digital Zoom]1 Setting options [B Off], [G 40x], [H 200x], [ Digital Tele-conv.] [Soft Zoom Control] [B Off], [ Start], [ Stop], [ Start & Stop] [Zoom Speed Level] [J Fast], [K Normal], [L Slow] [Zoom Lever Zoom Speed] [I] (variable speed), [ ] (constant speed) When [ ] is selected: 1-16 (8) [Wireless Ctrlr...
... * Operation not available for the two preexisting stories, [Unsorted] and [Video Snapshot]. Setup Menus 7 Camera Setup Menu item [Digital Zoom]1 Setting options [B Off], [G 40x], [H 200x], [ Digital Tele-conv.] [Soft Zoom Control] [B Off], [ Start], [ Stop], [ Start & Stop] [Zoom Speed Level] [J Fast], [K Normal], [L Slow] [Zoom Lever Zoom Speed] [I] (variable speed), [ ] (constant speed) When [ ] is selected: 1-16 (8) [Wireless Ctrlr...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 149
panel (0 28) 2 Smart AUTO (0 39) 3 Face detection frame (0 48) 4 Touch & Track frame (0 50) 5 Control button [PHOTO]: Take a photo (0 38, 97) 6 Control button [ ]: Return to the list of story scenes (0 99) 7 Memory operation (0 152) 8 Image stabilizer (0 54) 9 Remaining battery time (0 152) 10 Zoom (0 52) 11 Recording mode (0 44) 12 Current story scene (category) (0 99) 13...
panel (0 28) 2 Smart AUTO (0 39) 3 Face detection frame (0 48) 4 Touch & Track frame (0 50) 5 Control button [PHOTO]: Take a photo (0 38, 97) 6 Control button [ ]: Return to the list of story scenes (0 99) 7 Memory operation (0 152) 8 Image stabilizer (0 54) 9 Remaining battery time (0 152) 10 Zoom (0 52) 11 Recording mode (0 44) 12 Current story scene (category) (0 99) 13...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 150
... Built-in microphone directionality (0 68), Directionality of the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone (0 73) 41 Mini advanced shoe (0 72) 42 Audio equalizer (0 69) 43 Control button: Last function used ([ZOOM] in this case) 44 Aperture value (0 56, 58) 45 Shutter speed (0 56, 58) 46 ND filter (0 141) 47... Control button [FILTER 1]: Cinema-look filters (0 101) 48 mode (0 101) 49 Self timer (0 66) 50 Pre-recording (0 80) 32 External audio input from the MIC ...
... Built-in microphone directionality (0 68), Directionality of the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone (0 73) 41 Mini advanced shoe (0 72) 42 Audio equalizer (0 69) 43 Control button: Last function used ([ZOOM] in this case) 44 Aperture value (0 56, 58) 45 Shutter speed (0 56, 58) 46 ND filter (0 141) 47... Control button [FILTER 1]: Cinema-look filters (0 101) 48 mode (0 101) 49 Self timer (0 66) 50 Pre-recording (0 80) 32 External audio input from the MIC ...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 169
... mm VL-5 Video Light VFL-2 Video Flash Light WM-V1 Wireless Microphone SM-V1 Surround Microphone DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller CTC-100 Component Cable SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap WS-20 Wrist Strap SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case NOTES • Accessories that...
... mm VL-5 Video Light VFL-2 Video Flash Light WM-V1 Wireless Microphone SM-V1 Surround Microphone DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller CTC-100 Component Cable SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap WS-20 Wrist Strap SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case NOTES • Accessories that...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 172
... is attached. • The minimum focusing distance at full telephoto with a clothing clip and the receiver can link the surround sound to the zoom position or use the microphone as a flash with this camcorder. The transmitter is conveniently equipped with the Tele- You can be used as a... video light enables you to record photos and movies even at a distance. VFL-2 Video Flash Light This video flash light allows you to control difficult lighting conditions. SM-V1 Surround Microphone Use 5.1ch surround sound to add a sense of presence to the camcorder's mini advanced shoe for...
... is attached. • The minimum focusing distance at full telephoto with a clothing clip and the receiver can link the surround sound to the zoom position or use the microphone as a flash with this camcorder. The transmitter is conveniently equipped with the Tele- You can be used as a... video light enables you to record photos and movies even at a distance. VFL-2 Video Flash Light This video flash light allows you to control difficult lighting conditions. SM-V1 Surround Microphone Use 5.1ch surround sound to add a sense of presence to the camcorder's mini advanced shoe for...
VIXIA HF G10 Instruction Manual
Page 173
... handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of recording, the zoom and the focus functions without touching the camcorder. Accessories 173 This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller When the ZR-2000 is connected to the REMOTE terminal, it is... mounted on a tripod and you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same...
... handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of recording, the zoom and the focus functions without touching the camcorder. Accessories 173 This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller When the ZR-2000 is connected to the REMOTE terminal, it is... mounted on a tripod and you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same...