Canon HF100 manual Features, Avchd Flash Memory in a Compact Size

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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. An advantage of the AVCHD format is that it captures twice as much video using less storage, which enhances the extended recording time possible with Flash Memory.

The advantages of Flash Memory go beyond the added recording time. You’ll also appreciate the quick response time, because it doesn’t have to wait for moving parts. Press the record button and your VIXIA HF100 starts recording video faster than you’ve ever seen before. In addition, when you review your footage, it will come up more quickly as well.

Another plus is the VIXIA HF100’s lower power consumption rate, allowing your battery to last longer. It’s just what you need so you don’t miss that pivotal play on the field or the moment when they say “I do”.

While we certainly hope you keep your VIXIA HF100 securely in your hand while shooting, if it happens to slip, or you accidentally knock it against something, you’ll be happy to know that Flash Memory makes your camcorder more shock resistant than other recording storage systems. It also minimizes the chance of data loss due to damage to your recording media or the moving parts in other camcorders.

Making this new technology even more convenient to use is the VIXIA HF100’s compact size and light weight. Measuring only 2.9” wide, 2.5” high and 5.1” deep, it combines big video storage capacity in a small, easy to carry body.

1920 x 1080 movie recording requires a Class 4 or higher memory card. For other recording formats, a Class 2 or higher card is recommended. Also, movie recording requires cards with 128 MB of memory or more. Cards made by Toshiba, SanDisk or Matsushita are recommended. No particular restrictions apply for still images.

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Contents Vixia HF100 Page Avchd Flash Memory in a Compact Size FeaturesFull HD Lens-to-Screen 1920 x 1080 Capture and Recording Canon Exclusive 3.3 Megapixel Full HD Cmos SensorGenuine Canon 12x HD Video Zoom Lens Canon Exclusive Digic DV II Image Processor Canon Exclusive SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization Canon Exclusive 2.7 Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD Canon Exclusive Instant AF Auto FocusLevel and Grid Markers Program AE ModeSuperb Shooting Control Variable Zoom Speed ControlLow Light Performance Manual Audio Level ControlDVD Burner Compatible 30p Progressive Mode 24p Cinema ModeCanon Digic DV II Image Processor Focus FeaturesStunning Digital Photography Megapixel PhotosAuto Exposure Modes Simultaneous Photo RecordingHistogram Display Built-in Flash Still Capture from Flash MemoryMini Hdmi Terminal and Mini Advanced Accessory Shoe Share Your Photos Print/ShareSD/SDHC Memory Card Bundled Pixela ImageMixer Software Additional Features Digital Video SpecificationsShoulder Strap SS-600 SC-A30 Genuine Leather Carrying Case Supplies & AccessoriesBattery Charger CG-800 Wide Converter WD-H37C What’s in the Box Vixia HF100 Kit Contents