Compare Canon XH G1 High Definition Camcorder to Sony HVR-V1U Mini DV Camcorder

With an internal battery system allowing the camcorder to operate in extreme environments, the compact XH A1 has been developed for balanced handheld shooting. Ideal for use on location, its controls are positioned for comfortable operation during long shoots. The XH A1 features separate rings on the lens body, allowing full, three-fingered manual control over focus, zoom and iris. A 2.8 inch widescreen LCD, discretely positioned on top of the XH A1's body, can be rotated for optimum shooting comfort. Footage can also be monitored in 16:9 widescreen using the 0.57 inch EVF. A full range of image adjustments are available, including finely graded gain and matrix settings and colour correction. Cine gamma settings are provided for digital filmmakers. With an additional 25F shooting mode the XH A1 is able to reproduce the look and feel of film. Less

The Sony HVR -V1U Mini DV Camcorder offers exceptional quality - only made possible by Sony’s well known technical expertise. With world-class semiconductor manufacturing technologies, Sony has enabled the development of a new CMOS sensor that offers the image quality to satisfy the most demanding professionals. Employing a 3-chip system, the 3 ClearVid CMOS sensor offers high-resolution images with rich and natural colors. The HVR-DR60 offers a unique option, in which video material can be recorded to the hard disk and the camcorder tape simultaneously with time code synchronized. Finding HD quality in a compact, lightweight, and mobile design makes the HVR - DR60 perfect for professional or amateur. Less