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Compare Canon HV20 High Definition Camcorder to Canon Legria HV40 High Definition DV Camcorder

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Canon HV20 Image

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Product Description   
 
With the Genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other advanced features the HV20 is the right choice in High Definition camcorders. And, with its HD and Standard Definition... More
With the Genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other advanced features the HV20 is the right choice in High Definition camcorders. And, with its HD and Standard Definition recording modes, you can make the move to HD without making your SD equipment obsolete. Less
The LEGRIA HV40 is a High Definition moviemaker’s camcorder, offering the flexibility to realise your creative vision. Take manual control of different settings using the customisable Control Dial.
Product MPN   
MPN 2059B001 3686B001AA
Key Features   
Camcorder Type   What is "Camcorder Type"? Unknown Digital
Recording Format   What is "Recording Format"? High Definition DV • High Definition
Recording System   What is "Recording System"? Unknown NTSC
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? Unknown 1
Memory Still Resolution Unknown 3.15 Megapixels
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 10x 10x
Weight 1.2 lb. 1.18 lb.
CCD   
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? Unknown 1
Sensor Size Unknown 1/2.7"
Number of Pixels   What is "Number of Pixels"? Unknown 2960K pixels
Image Sensor Type Unknown CMOS
LCD / Viewfinder   
Display Type   What is "Display Type"? With LCD Screen With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size   What is "LCD Panel Size"? 2.7 in. 2.7 in.
Color Viewfinder   What is "Color Viewfinder"? With Color Viewfinder With Color Viewfinder
Lens   
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 10x 10x
Digital Zoom   What is "Digital Zoom"? 200x 200x
Lens Focal Length 6.1 - 61 mm 6.1 - 61 mm
Filter Diameter 43 mm 43 mm
Video Modes   
Recording Speed   What is "Recording Speed"? Unknown LP
Image Stabilizer   What is "Image Stabilizer"? Optical Image Stabilizer Optical Image Stabilizer
Low Lux   What is "Low Lux"? Unknown 0.2 Lux
Audio   
Audio Format   What is "Audio Format"? 12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio 12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
Memory Photography   
Memory Card Type   What is "Memory Card Type"? Unknown SD Card • SDHC Card
Digital Still Shot Mode   What is "Digital Still Shot Mode"? With Still Shot Capability With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution Unknown 3.15 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size   What is "Max Still Image Size"? Unknown 2048 x 1536
MPEG Movie Mode   What is "MPEG Movie Mode"? Unknown With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces   
Output Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • Component • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB • HDMI Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • Component • USB 2.0 • FireWire / DV / i.Link • Headphones Jack • HDMI
Input Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink • USB Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA)
Microphone Type Internal • External/Optional Internal
Power Supply   
Battery Type   What is "Battery Type"? Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Proprietary Li-Ion
Battery Life   What is "Battery Life"? Unknown 2 Hours
Dimensions   
Width 3.5 in. 3.46 in.
Depth 5.4 in. 5.43 in.
Height 3.2 in. 3.23 in.
Weight 1.2 lb. 1.18 lb.
Warranty   
Warranty Unknown 1 Year
Miscellaneous   
Family Line Canon HV Canon VIXIA
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Remote Control USB Cable • AC Power Adapter • Battery Pack • Stereo Video Cable • Video Cable
Release Date Unknown June, 2009
UPC 013803083200 4960999637181
Product ID 40505145 81225523
 
Product Reviews
Canon HV20 Image
Canon HV20 High Definition Camcorder
4.5/5 stars
12 reviews
Canon Legria HV40 Image
Canon Legria HV40 High Definition DV Camcorder

CANON HV20 - Pocketable High Definition

by theuerkorn , Apr 26, 2007
Pros: Picture quality, connectivity, easy to use, battery life, HDV easy to process, 10x optical zoom
Cons: HDV limitations, ergonomics, NTSC only, no firewire cable included
The Bottom Line: Great picture under most conditions combined with a low price (for HDV in 2007) makes the HV20 a solid choice.
This reviewer recommends this product.
Review: Just as we've come to accept the marginal quality of standard TV standards like PAL and especially NTSC, High Definition television finally is ready for the mass market. The vastly superior resolution (2 MPx) of HD-TV is a stark reminder that the...
Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  

The Canon HV20 is just so lovely.

by harvurd , Apr 13, 2007
Pros: HD ability, manual controls, stunning video quality, accessory shoe (for external mic, video light)
Cons: Some pieces may feel a little cheap to some, but to me they felt fine.
The Bottom Line: The video quality is incredible.
This reviewer recommends this product.
Review: After taking only 20 minutes or so of footage inside at night in low light and then in the morning in bright, direct sunlight, this camcorder has exceeded my expectations in every way. In fact, I must say that I was dumbfounded at the stunningly...
Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  
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