Canon HV30 MiniDv Camcoder

Highlights • Canon’s True Full HD CMOS Sensor 1920 x 1080 • 10x Optical Zoom and 200x digital zoom • DIGIC DV II Imaging Processor • Super Range Optical Image Stabilizer • Instant AF • Advanced Accessory Shoe • 25P CINE Mode recording Superior Image Quality • Canon’s True Full HD CMOS Sensor with 1920 x 1080 recording pixels for true high definition video and still captures • 2.96 megapixel Canon sensor features on-chip noise reduction technology used in Canon EOS DSLR cameras for crisp, sharp images • RGB Bayer Placement Technology achieves optimum balance between resolution and color information for refined color reproduction • Canon HDV Codec Engine provides optimized compression type, used in commercial films • Records in HD/SD using standard MiniDV tapes Superb Canon HD Video Lens • 10x Optical Zoom and 200x digital zoom for greater zooming capability • Super Spectral Coating to reduce flare and ghosting • Aspherical Lens Element for high resolution image quality with low color aberrations • Gradation Neutral Density (ND) Filter maintains image details even under extreme bright shooting conditions • Night Mode automatically selects optimum shutter speed and sensitivity for brighter night scenes and color vibrancy • In-built Mini Video Light enables shooting up to approx. 1.5 with 3x the brightness of convention LED • Light Guide Flash (with red eye reduction) captures excellent still images in low light/backlit conditions DIGIC DV II Imaging Processor • 2 separate color reproduction processing methods for video footage and still images • Ultra high-speed processing of HDV 1080i data • High-speed continuous shooting of up to 4.1 frames per second • Hybrid Noise Reduction System detects and minimizes both inter-frame and intra-frame noise for sharper image with low noise • High quality true-to-life movie and photos with precise skin tonal color reproduction Shooting Assist Functions • Powerful Instant AF System for high-speed focusing precision producing ultra-sharp videos, especially during panning • Super Range Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) for blur-free videos and still images over a wider frequency range • Focus Assist button for one touch convenient operation to enlarge image displayed on LCD screen during manual focus shooting • Use either the Variable Zoom Speed Control of up to 3 pre-set zoom speed (Speed 1/2/3) or variable zoom for professional style zooming controls • Zebra function (Off/Zebra 70%/Zebra 100%) prevents image ‘whiteout’ by confirming brightness level • Peaking function enhances edges of subject to aid in focusing • Histogram displays brightness information of still images • Grid and Horizontal Marker for easy picture composition

Extensive Shooting Functions • Intelligent 9-point AiAF (card mode only) ensures precise focusing even when your subjects are not in the center • Auto Exposure Bracketing (card mode only) shoots 3 frames of the same shot at 3 different exposure levels (Normal/ Underexposed/ Overexposed) • Wide variety of shooting modes: - AE : Auto/ P/ Tv/ Av/ CINE - Special Scene (SCN): Portrait/ Sports/ Night/ Snow/ Beach/ Sunset/ Spotlight/ Fireworks • Enhance your videos with Image Effects (Vivid/ Low Sharpening/ Neutral/ Soft Skin Detail) • Extensive White Balance settings (Auto /Daylight/ Shade/ Cloudy/ Fluorescent/ Fluorescent H/ Tungsten/ Custom) • 3 metering modes: Evaluative/ Centre-weighted Average/ Spot • CINE Frame rate of 25p (PAL) gives your video a sophisticated cinematic look • Shoot in CINE mode to achieve the look and feel of a traditional celluloid movie Still Image Shooting Functions • Captures still images with 3.0-megapixel with high-speed continuous shooting of 4.1 frames per second (4:3 aspect ratio) • Simultaneous stills and video recording capability • Capable to capture 2.07-megapixel stills from video playback by pressing the PHOTO button Designed for Optimized Operability • Inbuilt Electronic Lens Cover, which automatically opens when the camcorder is switched on. Eliminates the inconvenience of lost lens cover • Large and brighter 2.7” LCD screen for comfortable viewing. • High Capacity Battery (BP-2L24H) with better power efficiency that can last for up to 4 hrs of continuous shooting on a single charge • Enhanced Audio Functions for precise volume control over recorder audio Advanced Accessory Shoe • Advanced Accessory Shoe lets you explore your power to create with enhanced expandability and functionality with other optional accessories • Wide Range of Optional Accessories to meet your various creative needs: - Wide Converter WD-H43 - Tele Converter TL-H43 - Filter Set FS-43U/FS-43U II Easy Connectivity • High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) terminal for inputting and outputting video and audio signals • Easy Sharing of Video - Equipped with IEEE1394 terminals for fast and easy transfer of videos - Analogue-digital converter converts analogue video to digital format conveniently - Connect video camcorder to TV for playback using component/composite cable • Convenient Sharing of Photos - Print/Share button for direct printing of high-resolution images without using a computer - Connect HV30 to a PictBridge compatible printer and simply choose the images to print - USB 2.0 Full Speed connectivity allows fast transfer of stills to a computer

Disc Recording System
Camcorder Type	MiniDV camcorder
Recording Hours	HDV mode: Continuous shooting: 150mins Actual shooting: 85mins DV mode: Continuous shooting: 165mins Actual shooting: 95mins
LCD monitor	2.7-inch widescreen LCD, approx. 211,000 pixels
Image Sensor	1 / 2.7-inch CMOS sensor, RGB primary color filter
Microphone	Stereo Condenser Microphone
Lens	10x optical zoom
Digital Zoom	40x/200x
Lens Configuration	11 elements in 9 groups, using 2 aspherical lenses and featuring gradation ND filter
Filter Diameter	43mm P0.75
Image Stabilizer	OIS, Super Range Support
AF System	High-speed AF (Instant AF)
Video Recording Specifications
Video Recording Standards	MPEG 2
Effective Pixels	DV mode: Approx. 1.55megapixels, 1440 x 1080 HD/DV (wide) mode: Approx. 2.07megapixels 1920 x 1080
Audio Compression	DV recording: 16-bit 2 channels (48kHz) or 12-bit 4 channels (32 kHz), 4-channel Synchronous recording not possible HDV recording: MPEG1 Audio Layer II, 4-channel Synchronous recording not possible
Shooting Modes	P, Tv, Av, Cine, Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, Fireworks
Shutter Speed Range	1/60 – 1/500
Minimum illumination	Approx. 3 lx (Auto mode) Approx. 0.2 lx (Night mode)
Digital Zoom	40x/200x
Still Image Recording Specifications
Still Image Recording	SD/SDHC memory card, MultiMedia Card
Still Image Compression	Exif Ver. 2.2 specifications satisfied, compression method: JPEG
Recording Pixels	HDV mode: LW 1920 x 1080 SW 848 x 480 DV (Wide) mode: LW 1920 x 1080 SW 848 x 480 DV (Normal) mode: LW 1920 x 1080 SW 848 x 480
Shooting Modes	P, Tv. Av, Cine, Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, Fireworks
Easy Operations Features
Zoom	Zoom lever
Navigation	Joystick
Extended Control	Remote Control
Battery	Rechargeable lithium battery BP-2L13
Input/Output Terminals
Analog Output	Yes
Microphone Terminal	Yes
Physical Dimensions & Power
Power Supply (rated)	7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (DC in)
Operating Temperature	0 - 40°C 85% (relative humidity), -5 – 45°C 60% (relative humidity)
USB Terminal	USB 2.0 Full Speed
Dimensions	Approx. 88 x 82 x 138mm (3.5 x 3.2 x 5.4 inch)
Weight (Main Unit) DC input terminal	Approx. 535g (1.2lb)