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...camcorders deliver performance where it counts - Put them to work. in the field, in the design and manufacture of cameras and lenses, Canon pro camcorders provide not only outstanding HD and SD capture quality but also the operability, flexibility, reliability and connectivity that... professionals demand. You won't find more capable tools for the capture of Canon leadership and know-how in the studio, wherever and whenever the solution requires maximum image quality and creative control. Embodying decades of ...
...camcorders deliver performance where it counts - Put them to work. in the field, in the design and manufacture of cameras and lenses, Canon pro camcorders provide not only outstanding HD and SD capture quality but also the operability, flexibility, reliability and connectivity that... professionals demand. You won't find more capable tools for the capture of Canon leadership and know-how in the studio, wherever and whenever the solution requires maximum image quality and creative control. Embodying decades of ...
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...activate a Vari-Angle Prism to ensure brilliantly clear HD images. 5 Colour reproduction is extraordinary camera shake correction, even at long focal lengths. This L-series lens incorporates legendary Canon optical superiority and captures Canon 6x HD Video Zoom XL 3.4-20.4mm L lens images with a touch of a button...:9 sensors for HD video, operating at the CCD sensor. ensures detailed HD capture (equal to deliver optimal image quality. The Canon 20x HD Video Zoom Lens, moreover, effectively corrects over a wide vibration range through the use peaking and magnifying controls to 24...
...activate a Vari-Angle Prism to ensure brilliantly clear HD images. 5 Colour reproduction is extraordinary camera shake correction, even at long focal lengths. This L-series lens incorporates legendary Canon optical superiority and captures Canon 6x HD Video Zoom XL 3.4-20.4mm L lens images with a touch of a button...:9 sensors for HD video, operating at the CCD sensor. ensures detailed HD capture (equal to deliver optimal image quality. The Canon 20x HD Video Zoom Lens, moreover, effectively corrects over a wide vibration range through the use peaking and magnifying controls to 24...
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... rugged headphone Canon professional camcorders provide the terminal with audio recorded -12 dB, -18 dB or -20 dB) and monitor output at the standard +4 dBu input setting. Maximum a 1 kHz Reference Tone (selectable to better accommodate time code requirements in multi-camera shoots or ...standard +4 dBu. 2 built-in manual recording mode) to industry with individual sen- 2 Channel Recording via simultaneous use of multiple cameras, whether in a live-switched production environment in post-production environments. Sensitivity for the XLR line input in manual mode has been...
... rugged headphone Canon professional camcorders provide the terminal with audio recorded -12 dB, -18 dB or -20 dB) and monitor output at the standard +4 dBu input setting. Maximum a 1 kHz Reference Tone (selectable to better accommodate time code requirements in multi-camera shoots or ...standard +4 dBu. 2 built-in manual recording mode) to industry with individual sen- 2 Channel Recording via simultaneous use of multiple cameras, whether in a live-switched production environment in post-production environments. Sensitivity for the XLR line input in manual mode has been...
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...: Subtle noise components can be recorded and transferred to ensure superior camera-to assure the best image quality across numerous shooting situations. Colour Matrix: Correct colour matrices are also equipped with Canon EXseries Speedlites. Noise Reduction 1/Noise Reduction 2: With Off, High,... are intended to be adjusted from overexposure. Master Red, Blue and Green Gain: Each setting is ideal for use many cameras can achieve virtually any look desired, thanks to +9 respectively. Master Pedestal: Adjustments in highlight areas control overexposure when shooting ...
...: Subtle noise components can be recorded and transferred to ensure superior camera-to assure the best image quality across numerous shooting situations. Colour Matrix: Correct colour matrices are also equipped with Canon EXseries Speedlites. Noise Reduction 1/Noise Reduction 2: With Off, High,... are intended to be adjusted from overexposure. Master Red, Blue and Green Gain: Each setting is ideal for use many cameras can achieve virtually any look desired, thanks to +9 respectively. Master Pedestal: Adjustments in highlight areas control overexposure when shooting ...
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... as desired. Custom Function No. Selectable frame rates include 50i and 25F, as well as an optional upgrade to ensure uniform camera setup across multiple camcorders. Skin Tone Detail: This feature minimises imperfections in feet or metres C.Fn-14 Zoom Indicator Selects whether ...-17 LANC AE Shift Exposure control selection using Canon ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller C.Fn-18 Tally Lamp Controls the function of the Tally Lamp - C.Fn-00 Description Recording Mode Icon C.Fn-01 Camera Data 1 (F/stop and Shutter Speed) C.Fn-02 Camera Data 2 (Exposure, White Balance, Gain)...
... as desired. Custom Function No. Selectable frame rates include 50i and 25F, as well as an optional upgrade to ensure uniform camera setup across multiple camcorders. Skin Tone Detail: This feature minimises imperfections in feet or metres C.Fn-14 Zoom Indicator Selects whether ...-17 LANC AE Shift Exposure control selection using Canon ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller C.Fn-18 Tally Lamp Controls the function of the Tally Lamp - C.Fn-00 Description Recording Mode Icon C.Fn-01 Camera Data 1 (F/stop and Shutter Speed) C.Fn-02 Camera Data 2 (Exposure, White Balance, Gain)...
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...for correct exposure. All viewfinder display information can be saved on or off. A Magnifying function (operable with the optional Canon ZR-2000. Enhanced Operation Versatility and convenience are available. Marker colours may be controlled using Focus Enhancements External Hard Disk ... Y level while shooting. While selecting a WB or Gain setting, a new function ensures shockless transitions. White Balance: The camera's high-precision, through-the-lens, 128-segment white balance features an increased adjustment range of shooting situations. Several automatic modes also...
...for correct exposure. All viewfinder display information can be saved on or off. A Magnifying function (operable with the optional Canon ZR-2000. Enhanced Operation Versatility and convenience are available. Marker colours may be controlled using Focus Enhancements External Hard Disk ... Y level while shooting. While selecting a WB or Gain setting, a new function ensures shockless transitions. White Balance: The camera's high-precision, through-the-lens, 128-segment white balance features an increased adjustment range of shooting situations. Several automatic modes also...
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... XL-series the finest in high-definition capture capability, ensuring that line are the XL H1S and XL H1A HD camcorders. Professional Functionality • Genuine Canon 20x High Definition L-series Video Zoom Lens III • Three 1/3" Native 16:9 CCD Image Sensors with 1.67 Megapixels (1440 x 1080) •...as broadcast and news market professionals. 10 XL H1S/XL H1A Kit Contents • XL H1S/XL H1A Body • Genuine Canon 20x HD Video Zoom Lens III • Camera Dust Cap • Lens Hood • Lens Soft Case (Not Shown) • Colour Viewfinder • Compact Power Adapter CA...
... XL-series the finest in high-definition capture capability, ensuring that line are the XL H1S and XL H1A HD camcorders. Professional Functionality • Genuine Canon 20x High Definition L-series Video Zoom Lens III • Three 1/3" Native 16:9 CCD Image Sensors with 1.67 Megapixels (1440 x 1080) •...as broadcast and news market professionals. 10 XL H1S/XL H1A Kit Contents • XL H1S/XL H1A Body • Genuine Canon 20x HD Video Zoom Lens III • Camera Dust Cap • Lens Hood • Lens Soft Case (Not Shown) • Colour Viewfinder • Compact Power Adapter CA...
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... cable (available on the market) HD/SD SDI terminal TC-IN/TC-OUT/GENLOCK terminal (available on XL H1S only) Other video equipment such as cameras and video switchers Wireless Remote Controller WL-D5000 Zoom Remote Controller ZR-1000/2000 Tripod Adapter TA-100 Tripod Adapter Base Battery Video Light VL... Component Cable (DTC-1000) BNC cable (available on the market) HD/SD SDI terminal/TC terminal GENLOCK terminal/V2 terminal Other video equipment such as cameras and video switchers
... cable (available on the market) HD/SD SDI terminal TC-IN/TC-OUT/GENLOCK terminal (available on XL H1S only) Other video equipment such as cameras and video switchers Wireless Remote Controller WL-D5000 Zoom Remote Controller ZR-1000/2000 Tripod Adapter TA-100 Tripod Adapter Base Battery Video Light VL... Component Cable (DTC-1000) BNC cable (available on the market) HD/SD SDI terminal/TC terminal GENLOCK terminal/V2 terminal Other video equipment such as cameras and video switchers
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... lenses from the XL-series lenses or Canon's photographic lenses • SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer corrects camera shake instantly while maintaining the integrity of the image Canon L-series Lenses, EF Adapter XL and Extender XL 1.6x The Canon XL2 enables video capture closer to this... class of camcorder. Canon EF-series lenses 18 XL2 Kit Contents ...
... lenses from the XL-series lenses or Canon's photographic lenses • SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer corrects camera shake instantly while maintaining the integrity of the image Canon L-series Lenses, EF Adapter XL and Extender XL 1.6x The Canon XL2 enables video capture closer to this... class of camcorder. Canon EF-series lenses 18 XL2 Kit Contents ...
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...* • Digital Video Solution Disk • USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU* * Also available as an optional accessory. 19 The camera's excellence begins with a wealth of the image • 1.7 Megapixel Still Images • Digital Video Format and IEEE 1394 (DV...design, the Canon XM2 offers reliable professional performance. Standard Definition Handheld HDV Camcorder STANDARD DEFINITION CAMCORDERS Create Your Vision • Genuine Canon 20x Professional L-series Fluorite Lens • Three 1/4" CCD Image Sensors • Optical Image Stabilizer corrects camera shake instantly while...
...* • Digital Video Solution Disk • USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU* * Also available as an optional accessory. 19 The camera's excellence begins with a wealth of the image • 1.7 Megapixel Still Images • Digital Video Format and IEEE 1394 (DV...design, the Canon XM2 offers reliable professional performance. Standard Definition Handheld HDV Camcorder STANDARD DEFINITION CAMCORDERS Create Your Vision • Genuine Canon 20x Professional L-series Fluorite Lens • Three 1/4" CCD Image Sensors • Optical Image Stabilizer corrects camera shake instantly while...
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... DESCRIPTION PORTABLE DTE RECORDERS & ACCESSORIES FS-CV Hard Disk Drive Recorder 100GB FS-CV High Capacity Battery FS-CV Standard Battery FS-CV Camera Cradle FS-CV 4-6 Pin Firewire Cable FS-CV 6-6 Pin Firewire Cable ITEM CODE XL H1S XL H1A XHG1S XHA1S XL2 XM2 ITEM ...DESCRIPTION 1379V742 1381V095 1379V743 1379V744 PORTABLE DTE RECORDERS & ACCESSORIES FS-4 Pro Domestic Recorder 60GB FS Camera Mount FS Replacement Belt Clip BATTERIES Battery Pack BP-970G 1381V090 Battery Pack BP-950G 1381V091 Battery Pack BP-945 ITEM CODE XL H1S...
... DESCRIPTION PORTABLE DTE RECORDERS & ACCESSORIES FS-CV Hard Disk Drive Recorder 100GB FS-CV High Capacity Battery FS-CV Standard Battery FS-CV Camera Cradle FS-CV 4-6 Pin Firewire Cable FS-CV 6-6 Pin Firewire Cable ITEM CODE XL H1S XL H1A XHG1S XHA1S XL2 XM2 ITEM ...DESCRIPTION 1379V742 1381V095 1379V743 1379V744 PORTABLE DTE RECORDERS & ACCESSORIES FS-4 Pro Domestic Recorder 60GB FS Camera Mount FS Replacement Belt Clip BATTERIES Battery Pack BP-970G 1381V090 Battery Pack BP-950G 1381V091 Battery Pack BP-945 ITEM CODE XL H1S...
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... CODE terminal, allow the XH G1S to the external microphone holder's design. DIGIC DV II image processor The next generation of Canon's video processing engine ensures optimal video quality and color reproduction for video recordings compliant with 20x zoom The lens features not only ...preset files ( 87). Added and improved functionality Push AE ( 57) • Gain fine-tuning in microphone. A Broad Range of any multi-camera shooting setup. In addition, you even more ! 3 Record audio using three 1/3-in HDV standard. Custom presets Enjoy unparalleled image control to the ...
... CODE terminal, allow the XH G1S to the external microphone holder's design. DIGIC DV II image processor The next generation of Canon's video processing engine ensures optimal video quality and color reproduction for video recordings compliant with 20x zoom The lens features not only ...preset files ( 87). Added and improved functionality Push AE ( 57) • Gain fine-tuning in microphone. A Broad Range of any multi-camera shooting setup. In addition, you even more ! 3 Record audio using three 1/3-in HDV standard. Custom presets Enjoy unparalleled image control to the ...
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...To change the setting. MENU ( 25) SYSTEM SETUP/ D/TIME SET T.ZONE/DST•••PARIS Trademark Acknowledgements • Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc. • is a trademark. • HDV and the HDV logo are displayed on the operating mode as they are trademarks... or registered trademarks of the language selected. Should your camcorder, or if the built-in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. : Text that complement the basic operating procedures. : Reference page number. Capital letters are used to refer...
...To change the setting. MENU ( 25) SYSTEM SETUP/ D/TIME SET T.ZONE/DST•••PARIS Trademark Acknowledgements • Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc. • is a trademark. • HDV and the HDV logo are displayed on the operating mode as they are trademarks... or registered trademarks of the language selected. Should your camcorder, or if the built-in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. : Text that complement the basic operating procedures. : Reference page number. Capital letters are used to refer...
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the recording standard on the tape will be set to HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition) specifications; About the HD/HDV and SD/DV Specifications In the manual, a distinction is made between video signal standards (camera section) and recording standards (recorder section). Camera Section HD/SD Recorder Section HDV/DV HD/SD SDI Terminal HD/SD ( HDV/DV Terminal HDV/DV only) Playback Signal HDV/DV Introduction 5 The video signal can be HDV or DV, respectively.
the recording standard on the tape will be set to HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition) specifications; About the HD/HDV and SD/DV Specifications In the manual, a distinction is made between video signal standards (camera section) and recording standards (recorder section). Camera Section HD/SD Recorder Section HDV/DV HD/SD SDI Terminal HD/SD ( HDV/DV Terminal HDV/DV only) Playback Signal HDV/DV Introduction 5 The video signal can be HDV or DV, respectively.
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...set of recording and zoom controls, ideal for low-angle recording. Zoom lever LOCK switch Power Saving Mechanisms Power Save Function In order to the camera section as long as a result of the power save function. If left 30 more seconds without worrying about the 5-minute shut-off timer ...a battery pack is shut off. Once the camcorder entered the power save mode (VCR stop mode the camcorder is only partially turned off: The camera section is powered normally while the recorder section is being used). To return to prevent the accidental operation of the custom keys ( 71) to ...
...set of recording and zoom controls, ideal for low-angle recording. Zoom lever LOCK switch Power Saving Mechanisms Power Save Function In order to the camera section as long as a result of the power save function. If left 30 more seconds without worrying about the 5-minute shut-off timer ...a battery pack is shut off. Once the camcorder entered the power save mode (VCR stop mode the camcorder is only partially turned off: The camera section is powered normally while the recorder section is being used). To return to prevent the accidental operation of the custom keys ( 71) to ...
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Select the aspect ratio as a standard-definition (SD) camera. Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the TV manually. To play back 16:9 recordings, the TV set will appear in HDV standard or to ... ratio of the screen with black sidebars. Since the displays on the tape in DV standard or to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera. • [SD16:9], [SD4:3]: To record on the camcorder have an aspect ratio of 16:9, when you play back on a standard TV set [SIGNAL SETUP] [LETTERBOX...
Select the aspect ratio as a standard-definition (SD) camera. Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the TV manually. To play back 16:9 recordings, the TV set will appear in HDV standard or to ... ratio of the screen with black sidebars. Since the displays on the tape in DV standard or to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera. • [SD16:9], [SD4:3]: To record on the camcorder have an aspect ratio of 16:9, when you play back on a standard TV set [SIGNAL SETUP] [LETTERBOX...
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... system with a focusing range of 2 cm (at full wide-angle, measured from the front of the screen. MENU CAMERA SETUP ( 25) AF MODE ••• INSTANT AF Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. The TTL system and the external sensor are both used in very bright or low-light surroundings.
... system with a focusing range of 2 cm (at full wide-angle, measured from the front of the screen. MENU CAMERA SETUP ( 25) AF MODE ••• INSTANT AF Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. The TTL system and the external sensor are both used in very bright or low-light surroundings.
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... You can return to FOCUS. "MF" and the focus preset speed display turn yellow. Setting the Focus Preset Speed MENU CAMERA SETUP ( 25) F SPEED PSET• 4 Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. The focus preset speed currently selected appears. 3. Set the POSITION PRESET switch to the preset focus position instantly. Select...
... You can return to FOCUS. "MF" and the focus preset speed display turn yellow. Setting the Focus Preset Speed MENU CAMERA SETUP ( 25) F SPEED PSET• 4 Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. The focus preset speed currently selected appears. 3. Set the POSITION PRESET switch to the preset focus position instantly. Select...
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Select [FOCUS LIMIT], set it to 1 m - (throughout the entire zoom range). The focus range 2 cm - (at full wide-angle) is limited to [ON ] and close the menu. appears. 40 Focus Limit and Macro Shooting Usually the camcorder's focus range allows macro shooting. MENU ( 25) CAMERA SETUP FOCUS LIMIT•••OFF Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. You can activate the focus limit to restrict the focus range.
Select [FOCUS LIMIT], set it to 1 m - (throughout the entire zoom range). The focus range 2 cm - (at full wide-angle) is limited to [ON ] and close the menu. appears. 40 Focus Limit and Macro Shooting Usually the camcorder's focus range allows macro shooting. MENU ( 25) CAMERA SETUP FOCUS LIMIT•••OFF Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. You can activate the focus limit to restrict the focus range.
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... terminal will be played back with software that supports 25F. For playback, the signal is converted and recorded on -screen. HD 25F (camera) A B C D E F G H I J 25p (tape) A B C D E F G H I J 50i (playback) a a b b c c d d e e f f g g h h i i j j SD 25F (camera) A B C D E F G H I J 50i (tape/playback) a a b b c c d d e e f...) SIGNAL SETUP FRAME RATE•••50i Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. SD The picture captured by the camera at 25 frames per second according to HDV native 1080/25p specifications. Video recorded in 25F can only be 25p. Select [FRAME...
... terminal will be played back with software that supports 25F. For playback, the signal is converted and recorded on -screen. HD 25F (camera) A B C D E F G H I J 25p (tape) A B C D E F G H I J 50i (playback) a a b b c c d d e e f f g g h h i i j j SD 25F (camera) A B C D E F G H I J 50i (tape/playback) a a b b c c d d e e f...) SIGNAL SETUP FRAME RATE•••50i Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. SD The picture captured by the camera at 25 frames per second according to HDV native 1080/25p specifications. Video recorded in 25F can only be 25p. Select [FRAME...