Canon XH A1 1.67MP 3CCD High-Definition Camcorder with 20x Optical Zoom
November 27, 2009 | Posted by admin 
- Captures true 1080 resolution, widescreen (16:9) HD video
- 2.8-inch widescreen LCD monitor; .57-inch viewfinder
- 20x HD zoom lens; Super-range optical image stabilization
- Three 1/3-inch 16:9 CCDs (1.67 megapixels)
- DIGIC DV II HD image processor
Product Description
Canon XH-A1 captures true 1080 High Definition resolution video at 60i, 30F or 24F frame rates (or, 50i/60i with optional upgrade). It captures a true 16:9 widescreen HD image that is made for your HD broadcast and theatrical projects. It comes with a Genuine Canon 20x HD Professional L Series Fluorite lens delivering outstanding resolution, contrast and color reproduction; delivers clarity and image quality you won’t see with conventional optical glass lenses. Designed specifically for HD, Canon’s DIGIC DV II ensures optimal image quality for HD video, with improved color reproduction – especially in skin tones, and dark and light scenes. It also employs a hybrid noise reduction system that integrates two types of noise reduction, for high definition images that are crystal clear. Designed for professional use, the Canon XH-A1 comes with a 2.8″ Widescreen LCD and .57″ Widescreen EVF for bright, high-resolution views. The LCD and EVF can be used at the simultaneously, giving both cameraperson and director or producer a view of the action. It records on HDV digital tape cassettes. There’s also a slot for SD memory cards. Canon’s innovative Super-Range Optical Image Stabilizer combines gyro- and image-sensors to correct camcorder shake instantly – whether it’s the fast vibration you’d experience while recording from a moving car; the medium-speed motion of hand-held recording; or the slower motion of body sway. With HD, focus is more critical than ever. Instant AF is the next generation of auto focus, designed with HD resolution in mind. It combines an external AF sensor with Canon’s legendary auto focus system for fast and accurate focus. Together, the two sensors reduce focusing time – even in low-light situations – and improve focusing performance on difficult subjects. There are 9 Custom Presets, 2 Custom Keys, and 7 Programmable AE Modes.
Canon XH A1 1.67MP 3CCD High-Definition Camcorder with 20x Optical Zoom
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Tags: 1.67MP, 3CCD, Camcorder, Canon, HighDefinition, Optical, Zoom | 
5 Comments »
Don’t believe the Canon brochure. The software doesn’t come with the camcorder. You have to download the trial version, and then they try to sell it to you. Don’t bother with it. It’s poorly written and has drivers untested with Windows. But you can use it to do a “Preformance Test” of your hard drive. The camcorder is great, but I’m giving it 1 star because Canon lied, though Amazon didn’t.
Rating: 1 / 5
I love this Camera, as soon as I can afford it I will get another one.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought the canon a1 and was debating between a Z1U and this, but I read a lot of good things that people said about it, so I bought it and Im really happy with it, one thing that I was thinking was it is heavy, but you get used to the weight of it, its not bad though. I’m glad that I got it.
Rating: 5 / 5
Canon XH A1 1.67MP 3CCD High-Definition Camcorder with 20x Optical Zoom Super product. Can be as used as professionally or as amateurish as to you like. It’s NOT a point & shoot camcorder but, it’s mini-cassette recording gives you the best picture you will ever see. The Z1U Sony is too complicated for general use. The Canon A1 is
your best buy for ease of use and price (althou it is price’ie) Before you buy a upscale camcorder look into this unit, there is plenty of information available on internet. Check it out.
Rating: 5 / 5
THis is the best camcorder available. Easy enough for semi-pro but all the features the pros look for. Must have for the prosumer!
Rating: 5 / 5