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16:9 aspect ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 9 Point AiAF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

A

Abroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . 133 AEB - Exposure bracketing . . . . . . . . . 67 AF (autofocus) frame selection . . . . . . 55 AF-assist lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Auto slow shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Av (recording program) . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 AV OUT terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

B

Battery pack, charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Battery pack, remaining charge . . . . . . 19 Beach (SCN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Beep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

C

Card mix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Connection to a computer . . . . . . . . . 105 Connection to a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Continuous shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Copying still images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

D

Data code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Daylight saving time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Digital effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Digital zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Direct printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Direct transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Disc title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Drive mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 DVD discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 DVD-R/RW discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

E

Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Erasing still images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Exposure adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Exposure bracketing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

F

Faders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 File numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Finalizing the disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Fireworks (SCN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Focus priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Focusing mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Foliage (SCN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 FUNC. menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

G

Grip belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

H

High-speed continuous shooting . . . . . 67

I

Image enhancing effects . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Image jump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Image stabilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Index screen, movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Index screen, still images . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Initialization, card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Initialization, disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

L

Landscape (recording program) . . . . . . 46 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 LCD backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 LCD screen, rotating the . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Lithium button battery . . . . . . . . . . 25, 131 LP mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

M

Magnifying a still image . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Metering method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Mini video light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 miniSD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Mode dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Multi selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Multi-image screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

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DC40 specifications

The Canon DC40 is a compact and versatile camcorder designed to capture high-quality videos and still images with ease. It is particularly favored by amateur videographers and home movie enthusiasts, thanks to its user-friendly design and impressive technological features.

One of the standout features of the Canon DC40 is its advanced 1/4-inch CCD sensor, which ensures high-resolution video recording and vibrant still photography. The lens system boasts a 10x optical zoom, allowing users to capture stunning close-up shots without compromising image quality. With the ability to extend the zoom range further through digital zoom, the DC40 is equipped for various shooting scenarios.

The camcorder supports a variety of recording formats, including the efficient MPEG-2 format, which balances quality and file size. This makes it convenient for users who prefer to store and share their videos without sacrificing detail. With a maximum resolution of 720 x 480 pixels, the Canon DC40 produces sharp, vivid imagery, essential for both professional and personal use.

In addition to recording high-quality video, the DC40 features a 2.7-inch LCD screen, which serves as both a playback and recording display. The screen is designed to be bright and clear, making it easy to frame shots and review footage in bright sunlight or dim conditions. The intuitive menu system further enhances usability, allowing users to navigate settings effortlessly.

The Canon DC40 also incorporates advanced image stabilization technology, which significantly reduces shaky footage—a common challenge for handheld recordings. Whether filming at a family event or during travel, this feature ensures that videos remain steady and professional-looking.

For connectivity, the camcorder offers USB and AV outputs, facilitating easy transfer of files to computers or televisions. This connectivity allows for hassle-free sharing of memories with family and friends.

Furthermore, the DC40 is powered by a long-lasting rechargeable battery, ensuring extended shooting time, which is crucial for events and occasions where charging may not be readily available.

Overall, the Canon DC40 stands out as an excellent choice for those looking for a reliable and high-performing camcorder that combines ease of use with advanced technology, making it suitable for any level of videography.
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