Canon MD225 MiniDv Camcoder

Highlights • 1.07-megapixel CCD • 800k pixel • 45x advanced zoom (16:9) • DIGIC DV Imaging Processor • QuickStart • Real Widescreen recording and large 2.7” LCD • Mic Jack terminal available Superb Image Quality • 800,000-pixels with 1/6" sensor for high-resolution image quality • Super Spectral Coated Lenses to reduce flare and ghosting • Genuine Canon optics for high definition images with exceptional clarity, contrast and resolution • Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) automatically detects and accurately compensates camera shakes for crisp sharp images • Color Correction Filter gives footages its rich color quality Superb Optical Performance • High magnification power without any image quality deterioration. Advanced Zoom 16:9(widescreen mode) - 41x (MD225) • 37x Optical zoom with 2000x digital zoom for greater zooming capability • 3 preset variable zoom speed control (SPEED 1/ SPEED 2/ SPEED 3) and 1 variable speed for greater flexibility and professional style zooming DIGIC DV Imaging Processor • 2 separate color reproduction processing methods for video footage and still images • High quality true-to-life movie and photos with precise skin tonal color reproduction Convenient MiniDV Recording • Superior Quality - Sharper audio and clearer video quality. - Intra-frame compression enables smooth playback of action sequences • Versatile Format - Long recording time of up to 90 minutes on a single tape - Easy conversion to AVI/MPEG files for emailing or archiving purposes • Convenience - MiniDV tapes are easily available and affordable - Lightweight and compact medium

True High Resolution 16:9 Widescreen Mode • Records in high-resolution widescreen video 16:9 aspect ratio • User-friendly features to enhance widescreen recording experience: - Large 2.7" 16:9 TFT Widescreen LCD with anti-glare and anti-reflection coating - 16:9 Level Marker Helps correct slant and align frame for horizontal video composition with ease - Wide Color Viewfinder (CVF) Display Enables greater video viewing clarity and composition checking of 16:9 video during recording - 16:9 Letterbox Output on 4:3 TV Extensive Shooting Functions • 9-point AiAF (card mode only) ensures precise focusing even when your subjects are not in the center • Wide range of shooting modes: - AE : EASY/ P/ Tv/ Portrait/ Sports/ Night/ Snow/ Beach/ Sunset/ Spotlight/ Fireworks - Special Scene (SCN) : Portrait/ Sports/ Night/ Snow/ Beach/ Sunset/ Spotlight/ Fireworks • Enhance your videos with Image Effects (Vivid/ Neutral/ Soft Skin Detail) • White Balance settings (Auto/ Daylight/ Tungsten/ Set) Easy Operations • Inbuilt joystick for convenient and fast access to frequently used functions • With Quick Start, it takes the camcorder approximately 1 sec to be ready for shooting Shooting in Low-Level Light • Night Mode automatically selects optimum shutter speed and sensitivity for brighter night scenes and color vibrancy • Additional Light source from LCD monitor for uninterrupted video recording even in dimly lit/dark surroundings Easy Connectivity • TV Playback function for instant playback of videos • Windows XP & Mac OS X compatible • Connect the camcorder to DVD recorder or computer to burn video clips onto a DVD /CD • Connect the camcorder to DVD recorder or computer to burn video clips onto a DVD /CD • IEEE 1394 DV Terminal/Firewire for quick transfer to computer

Specifications
Camcorder Type	MiniDV camcorder
Recording Hours	SP - 80mins LP - 120mins
Image Sensor	1/6-inch CCD, approx. 800,000 pixels
Viewfinder	0.35-inch, widescreen color, approx. 114,000 pixels
Microphone	Stereo Condenser Microphone
Lens	37x optical zoom
Advanced Zoom	41x (16:9)
Lens Configuration	10 elements in 8 groups, 1 high-refraction glass & 1 double-sided aspherical lens used, f2.0-4.6
Filter Diameter	No filter screws
Image Stabilizer	Electronic type
AF System	TTL-video signal sensing system AF
Video Recording Specifications
Video Recording Standards	2 rotating heads, helical scan azimuth, consumer digital VCR/SD specs
Effective Pixels	16:9, Advanced Zoom on: 934 x 576, approx. 540,000 pixels (wide) 840 x 518, approx. 440,000 pixels (tele) Advanced Zoom off: 840 x 518, approx. 440,000 pixels 702 x 576, approx. 400,000 pixels
Audio Compression	16-bit 2ch 12-bit 4ch (simultaneous recording not possible)
Shooting Modes	Not supported
Shutter Speed Range	1/6 - 1/2000 (P mode) 1/60 - 1/500 (AUTO mode with auto slow shutter off) 1/30 - 1/500 (AUTO mode with auto slow shutter on) 1/8 - 1/500 (Night mode)
Minimum Illumination	Approx. 6 lux (easy mode) Approx. 1.6 lux (night mode)
Digital Zoom	Up to 2000x
Still Image Recording Specifications
Still Image Recording	Not supported
Still Image Compression	Not supported
Recording Pixels	Not supported
Shooting Modes	Not supported
Easy Operations Features
Zoom	Zoom lever
Navigation	Joystick
Extended Control	Not supported
Battery	Rechargeable lithium battery BP-2L5
Input / Output Terminal
Analog Output	MiniAV
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)
Dimensions	Approx. 68 x 82 x 127mm (2.7 x 3.2 x 5.0 inc)
Weight (body only)	Approx. 380g (13.4oz)