The Canon XA25 / XA20 HD Camcorder is a
HD Recording
HD CMOS PRO sensor and DIGIC DV 4 processor
The camcorder is equipped with a
2.91megapixels (2136x1362). The video is then processed by the
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focus you are looking for. You can also easily |
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change the ring's functionality so that you can |
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operate the zoom. Furthermore, you can |
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assign certain frequently used functions to a |
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customizable button and adjust those |
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functions with the accompanying dial (A96). |
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If those were not enough, the camcorder also |
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features 5 assignable buttons to which you |
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can assign a variety of functions so that you |
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can access them with ease (A97). |
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Wide zoom lens
With a focal length at full wide angle of
26.8mm* (35 mm equivalent), the camcorder has superb
* 28.8 mm when using Dynamic IS.
Shoot cinematic video
Using CINEMA mode and the
Operability
Emphasis on versatility
This camcorder has features to make it usable as a main camera but is also small enough to be very portable. The advanced image stabilization (A64) will let you shoot in a variety of situations in the field. The handle unit is removable so you can detach it when you need improved portability and then reattach it when you need extra functionality.
Face detection
When a subject's face is detected, the camcorder can track and focus on it (A57). Furthermore, you can have the camcorder in manual focus but switch to autofocus only when a face is detected, ensuring that important subjects are in focus.
Infrared recording
Record in darkness using infrared recording (A94). With the
AVCHD/MP4 recording and dual recording
When you record, you can choose between AVCHD and MP4 formats (A39). You can also use dual recording (A49) to record the same scene to both memory cards and even record on both memory cards using different formats. Dual recording is convenient, for example, to create a backup of your recording.