Canon HF100 Flash Memory Camcorder

Package Contents

Canon VIXIA HF100 Camcorder, BP-809 Battery Pack (with Terminal Cover), CA-570 Compact Power Adapter, STV-250 N Stereo Video Cable, WL-D88 Wireless Controller, IFC-400PCU USB Cable, CTC-100/S Component Cable, Digital Video Solution Disc for Windows and Macintosh, Pixela ImageMixer 3SE Disc, Canon 1 Year Parts & Labour Warranty

Overview

From Canon's long history of optical excellence, advanced image processing, superb performance and technological innovation in photographic and broadcast television cameras comes the latest in high definition camcorders. Now, with the light, compact Canon VIXIA HF100, you can have stunning AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) format recording with the ease and numerous benefits of Flash Memory. It's used in some of the world's most innovative electronic products such as laptop computers, MP3 players, PDAs and cell phones.Add to that the VIXIA HF100's Canon Exclusive features such as the own 3.3 Megapixel Full HD CMOS sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II Image Processor, SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization, Instant Auto Focus, the 2.7" Widescreen Multi-Angle Vivid LCD and the Genuine Canon 12x HD video zoom lens and you have a Flash Memory camcorder that's hard to beat and unmistakably Canon.

Features

• AVCHD Flash Memory in a Compact Size: The VIXIA HF100 is one of Canon's first AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) format Flash Memory camcorders. AVCHD uses an MPEG-4 AVC (H.264) video codec, recording true 1080 High Definition resolution video
• Dual Flash Memory 16gb internal Flash drive & SDHC card slot: The VIXIA HF100 records first onto the built-in 16 GB internal memory and then onto the memory card. Video stored on the internal memory can also be copied onto the memory card
• Canon Exclusive 3.3 Megapixel Full HD CMOS Sensor: The VIXIA HF100 captures 1920x1080 High Definition video through its Canon designed and manufactured 1/3.2" 3.3 Megapixel Full HD CMOS image sensor, similar to the CMOS image sensors in Canon's EOS Series Digital SLR cameras
• Full HD Lens-to-Screen (1920 x 1080 Capture and Recording): The Canon VIXIA HF100 not only captures images in Full HD, but records and outputs at 1920 x 1080 as well, so you get Full HD from lens to screen. Your memories are preserved in stunning clarity, and ready for playback on your HDTV
• Genuine Canon 12x HD Video Zoom Lens: The VIXIA HF100 comes with an outstanding High Definition video lens -- a 12x HD Genuine Canon zoom. It's the lens you need to record long shots of your child on the soccer field, wide shots of beautiful landscapes, and everything in-between
• The Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor is the next generation of Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV signal processing technology. Designed specifically for HD, DIGIC DV II ensures optimal image quality. It also ensures optimal image quality for still images
• Canon Exclusive SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization: The high-resolution images of High Definition video demand a steady hand. It's easier to get those clear, steady images with the VIXIA HF100, thanks to Canon's innovative SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization
• Canon Exclusive: Instant AF (Auto Focus): Another critical objective when shooting in High Definition is achieving a very sharp focus. The VIXIA HF100 camcorder features Canon's revolutionary Instant AF focusing system which offers a dramatic improvement in auto focus speed and accuracy
• Canon Exclusive: 2.7" Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD: The 2.7" Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD on the VIXIA HF100 lets you see more of what your camcorder is recording
• Variable Zoom Speed Control: Another sure sign of amateur video is the unsteady zoom shot. But with the VIXIA HF100's zoom control, you simply select one of three pre-set zoom speeds for smooth, steady, professional looking zooms
• Level and Grid Markers: With the Level Marker feature, it's easy to keep your camera level for more professional looking video. Line up any horizontal lines in your shot -- such as the horizon -- to the marker and you can be sure your camcorder is level
• Program AE Mode: For the best exposure for various situations, the VIXIA HF100's Program AE mode will automatically adjust the settings to compensate for the conditions and subject. Choose from Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight and Fireworks
• Quick Start: Never miss a quickly unfolding shot again. Push the Quick Start button between shots and it places the VIXIA HF100 in standby mode. When the action starts, push the Quick Start button again to begin recording in less than one second
• Low Light Performance: Some of the most magical shots are taken at the end of the day or long after the sun has set. You won't miss any of them, thanks to the VIXIA HF100's mini video light. The light lets you shoot subjects in color in low light up to 4.9 feet away
• DVD Burner Compatible: You can also easily burn DVDs of the video shot with your VIXIA HF100 as it is compatible with Canon's new DW-100 DVD Burner. A one cable connection is all it takes to send the files across and with the click of a few buttons, your videos will be burned to a disc
• 24p Cinema Mode enables all aspiring moviemakers to achieve a professional "film-look." You can change the camcorder's frame capture rate to 24p (recorded at 60i), which provides the appearance of the same frame rate as movie film
• 30p Progressive Mode: This is a unique feature that only Canon offers in the consumer camcorder market. You would otherwise have to look to professional video cameras in order to have this sophisticated tool at your command
• Stunning Digital Photography: The VIXIA HF100 has many advanced photo features which make it a camera that rivals other state-of-the-art digital cameras. You get the best of both video and photos
• The same Megapixel CCD that ensures sharp, vivid video also gives you brilliant digital photographs. You will be able to capture outstanding digital photographs with a resolution of 1152 x 684 for sharp, crisp still images
• Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV II Image Processor features improved continuous shooting of digital photographs with the VIXIA HF100. You can shoot 5 1152 x 684 still images per second, and enjoy faster processing of your images to both the VIXIA HF100's internal memory as well as your memory card
• Auto Intelligent Auto Focus (AiAF) ensures sharp images and gives creative flexibility. Even when your subject isn't in the center of the frame, the VIXIA HF100's 9 Point AiAF will automatically select from 9 metering frames on the screen to help bring images into sharp focus
• With the Level Marker feature, it's easy to keep your camera level for more professional looking photographs. Line up any horizontal lines in your shot -- such as the horizon -- to the marker and you can be sure your camcorder is level
• Built-in Flash: Your VIXIA HF100's built-in flash lets you capture superb photos indoors and in low light conditions. The VIXIA HF100 also features red eye reduction
• With the VIXIA HF100, sharing your High Definition video on your HD television is easier than ever. Only a single cable connects your camcorder to your TV for the highest quality playback (video and audio)
• Print/Share turns your VIXIA HF100 into a photo lab in the palm of your hand. Simply connect your camcorder directly to select Canon printers or any PictBridge-compatible printer with the supplied USB cable
• The VIXIA HF100 makes it easy to store digital photos onto an SD/SDHC Memory Card
• DVD Burner Compatible
• Bundled Pixela ImageMixer Software: The Canon VIXIA HF100 High Definition Camcorder is bundled with a powerful software suite from Pixela ImageMixer. You can easily perform a variety of functions, including AVCHD Editing in which you can trim, reorder, and combine scenes
• The "Intelligent" Lithium-ion battery which powers the VIXIA HF100 is a major, and useful, advance. It not only more accurately tracks remaining battery life, it also gives a display in minutes remaining
• The Built-in Electronic Lens Cover means you never have to go looking for your lens cover again. Turn your camcorder on and the lens cover automatically opens. Turn it off, and the cover closes
• USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Terminal for digital video streaming and ultra-fast transfer of movies and photos
• Wireless Remote Control lets you operate your VIXIA HF100 from a distance, so you don't have to be left out of the picture

Specifications

Dimensions	(WxHxD) 2.9 x 2.5 x 5.1 in (73x64x129mm)
Weight (without lens and battery pack)	13.4 oz (380g)
AV Mini Terminal/Headphone Terminal	3.5 mm 4 pole Mini-jack
Image Sensor	1/3.2" CMOS Sensor, RGB Primary Color Filter
Power Consumption	TBA
Microphone Terminal	3.5 mm Stereo Mini-jack
Effective Pixels	Movies: Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920x1080)Still image: Approx. 2.76 Megapixels (1920x1440)
Total Pixels	Approx. 3.3 Megapixels
Maximum recording time 8 GB SDHC Card	LP (5 Mbps) 3 hoursSP (7 Mbps) 2 hours 20 minXP+ (12 Mbps) 1 hour 25 minFXP (17 Mbps) 1 hour -Allows 1920x1080 Full HD Recording
Lens	Zoom Ratio 12x Optical/200x DigitalFocal Length f=4.8 - 57 mmZoom Speed Variable/3 Fixed Zoom SpeedsMax. F/Stop f/1.8-3.0mmFilter Size: 37mm
Manual Exposure	Yes
Focusing System	Instant AF, Through the Lens/Manual Focusing Possible
Max Shutter Speed	1/20001/500 (card)
Programmed AE	Auto, Program, Av, Tv, CINEMA, Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, Fireworks
Auto Date/Time	Yes
Record Search/Review	Yes
Minimum Focusing Distance	10 mm (wide)/1m (tele)
White Balance	Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Auto, Manual
Image Stabilization	SuperRange Optical (lens shift)
LCD Screen	2.7" Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD (Approx. 211,000 pixels)
Recording Media	SD/SDHC Memory Card (not supplied)
HDMI Terminal	Type C 480i/480p/1080I Format Supported
Audio	Dolby Digital 2ch (AC-3 2 ch)
Warranty	Canon 1 year parts & labour warranty