Canon MVX250i, MVX200i manual Specifications

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Specifications

 

MVX250i

 

MVX200i

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Video system

 

Mini DV/PAL

 

Mini DV/PAL

 

CCD Size / Type

 

1/4.5-inch interlace CCD with colour correction filter

 

1/4.5-inch interlace CCD with colour correction filter

 

Pixels (Total / Effective)

 

1,330,000 / 860,000 (tape), 1,230,000 (card)

 

1,330,000 / 860,000 (tape), 1,230,000 (card)

 

LCD colour screen

 

2.5-inch / approx. 123,000 pixels

 

2.5-inch / approx. 123,000 pixels

 

Viewfinder

 

0.33-inch TFT / approx. 113,000 pixels (colour)

 

0.33-inch TFT / approx. 113,000 pixels

 

Long Play mode

 

Yes

 

Yes

 

Still image mode

 

Yes - on memory card 1280 x 960 (SXGA) and tape 640 x 480 (VGA)

 

Yes - on memory card 1280 x 960 (SXGA) and tape 640 x 480 (VGA)

 

16:9 Wide Screen Mode

 

Yes – high resolution

 

Yes – high resolution

 

Image Stabilizer

 

Yes – Electronic Image Stabilizer

 

Yes – Electronic Image Stabilizer

 

Optical Zoom

 

18x (on tape and card)

 

14x (on tape and card)

 

Digital Zoom

 

360x (on tape), 72x (on card)

 

280x (on tape), 56x (on card)

 

Focal length

 

f/3.5-63mm (45.4 - 817.2mm in 35mm format) on tape

 

f/3.5-49mm (45.4 - 635.6mm in 35mm format) on tape

 

 

 

f/3.5-63mm (37.9 - 682.2mm in 35mm format) on card

 

f/3.5-49mm (37.9 – 530.6mm in 35mm format) on card

 

Maximum aperture

 

f/1.8 (on tape and card)

 

f/1.8 (on tape and card)

 

Minimum focusing distance

 

10mm (wide end) on tape and card

 

10mm (wide end) on tape and card

 

Filter size

 

34mm

 

34mm

 

Built-in flash

 

No

 

No

 

Autofocus

 

TTL-Video signal sensing AF, manually adjustable

 

TTL-Video signal sensing AF, manually adjustable

 

Recording programs

 

Full Auto, Auto, Sports, Portrait, Spotlight, Surf (Sand) & Snow,

 

Full Auto, Auto, Sports, Portrait, Spotlight, Surf (Sand)

 

 

 

Low Light, Night, Super Night and Night+ Mode

 

& Snow, Low Light, Night Mode

 

Exposure metering

 

Whole area average photometry +128-segment

 

Whole area average photometry +128-segment

 

 

 

evaluative photometry

 

evaluative photometry

 

Shutter speeds

 

1/25 - 1/2,000 second + 1/12.5 in low light, 1/6 in night, night+

 

1/25 - 1/2,000 second + 1/12.5 in low light and 1/6 in

 

 

 

and super night mode (on tape); 1/15 – 1/2,000 second + 1/12.5

 

night (on tape); 1/15 – 1/2,000 second + 1/12.5 in low

 

 

 

in low light and 1/2 in night, night+ and super night mode (on card)

 

light and 1/2 in night mode (on card)

 

Auto white balance

 

TTL 128 segments

 

TTL 128 segments

 

Minimum lux

 

0 lux in super night and night+ mode

 

1 lux in night mode

 

Night Mode

 

Yes (Super Night and Night+ Mode)

 

Yes

 

Maximum shutter speed

 

1/2,000 second

 

1/2,000 second

 

Exposure compensation

 

Yes – ±11 levels, indicated by a number (AE ±0) in the viewfinder

 

Yes – ±11 levels, indicated by a number (AE ±0) in the viewfinder

 

Still Image Memory card recording

 

Yes – JPEG 1280 x 960 pixels

 

Yes – JPEG 1280 x 960 pixels (SXGA)

 

Movie recording on Memory card

 

Yes - Motion JPEG 320 x 240 pixels (VGA); 12.5 frames/sec.

 

Yes - Motion JPEG 320 x 240 pixels (VGA); 12.5 frames/sec.

 

Memory card compatibility

 

Multi-Media card (MMC) and Secure Digital (SD)

 

Multi-Media card (MMC) and Secure Digital (SD)

 

DV terminal

 

Yes, input and output, 4-pin connector compatible with IEEE1394

 

Yes, input and output, 4-pin connector compatible with IEEE1394

 

Other terminals

 

Microphone input, Headphone output, S-Video, AV, USB port

 

Headphone output, S-Video, AV, USB port

 

Docking unit

 

No

 

No

 

Digital effects

 

Yes – Art, Black and White, Sepia, Mosaic, Ball, Cube, Wave,

 

Yes – Art, Black and White, Sepia, Mosaic, Ball, Cube, Wave,

 

 

 

Colour Mask, Mirror (B&W only in card recording mode)

 

Colour Mask, Mirror (B&W only in card recording mode)

 

Digital fades

 

Yes – Auto (black fade), Wipe, Corner Wipe, Jump, Flip,

 

Yes – Auto (black fade), Wipe, Corner Wipe, Jump, Flip,

 

 

 

Puzzle, Zigzag, Beam, Tide

 

Puzzle, Zigzag, Beam, Tide

 

Record search / review

 

Yes

 

Yes

 

Audio system

 

PCM Stereo 16/12 bit

 

PCM Stereo 16/12 bit

 

Wireless controller

 

WL-D83A

 

WL-D83A

 

Direct Print capability

 

Yes – to Canon CP Photo, to Canon BubbleJet

 

Yes – to Canon CP Photo, to Canon BubbleJet

 

 

 

Direct and PictBridge compatible printers

 

Direct and PictBridge compatible printers

 

Advanced Accessory Shoe

 

Yes

 

No

 

Power supply

 

7.4 volts DC (battery); 8.4 volts DC (DC in)

 

7.4 volts DC (battery); 8.4 volts DC (DC in)

 

Operating temperature

 

0-40˚ C

 

0-40˚ C

 

Dimensions (W x H x D)

 

74 x 78 x 130mm

 

74 x 78 x 130mm

 

Weight

 

500g (body only)

 

500g (body only)

 

Operating Platforms

 

PC: Windows® 98, Window® 98SE, Windows® Me,

 

PC: Windows® 98, Window® 98SE, Windows® Me,

 

 

 

Windows® 2000, Windows® XP

 

Windows® 2000, Windows® XP

 

 

 

MAC: Mac OS 9.0 or later

 

MAC: Mac OS 9.0 or later

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All data based on Canon’s Standard Test Method.

Subject to change without notice.

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MVX250i, MVX200i specifications

The Canon MVX200i and MVX250i are two high-quality camcorders that represent the commitment of Canon to provide innovative imaging solutions for both amateur and professional videographers. Designed for portability and ease of use, these camcorders are packed with advanced features that allow users to capture stunning video footage.

The MVX200i is equipped with a 1/4-inch, 3.2-megapixel CCD image sensor, delivering sharp and detailed images with excellent color reproduction. It supports a variety of video resolutions, including 16:9 widescreen format, making it ideal for modern video production needs. The camcorder features a 10x optical zoom lens with advanced multi-coating technology, which reduces lens flare and ghosting, ensuring that every shot is clear and vibrant.

The MVX250i builds on the capabilities of the MVX200i, introducing a 3.1-megapixel CCD sensor for enhanced image quality. This model also features a more powerful 12x optical zoom, which allows users to get closer to their subject without sacrificing quality. The enhanced optical performance of the MVX250i enables video recording in lower light conditions, making it versatile for various shooting environments.

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