Specifications

VIDEO SYSTEM

MiniDV

MiniDV

MiniDV

MiniDV

CCD

 

 

 

 

Type

1/6" interlaced

1/6" interlaced

1/6" interlaced

1/4.5" interlaced

Total Pixels

800,000

800,000

800,000

1,330,000

Effective Pixels, Movie

400,000

400,000

400,000

690,000

Effective Pixels, Still

N/A

528,000

528,000

1,000,000

Filter

Complementary

Complementary

Complementary

Complementary

LENS

 

 

 

 

Optical/Digital Zoom

20x/400x

20x/400x

22x/440x

14x/280x

Focal length Movie (standard)

53.7 – 1074

53.7 – 1074

53.7 – 1181

53.4 – 748

Focal length Still (Card)

N/A

49.3 – 986

49.3 – 1085

44.5 – 623

Maximum Aperture

f/1.6

f/1.6

f/1.6

f/1.8

Maximum focusing distance

10mm

10mm

10mm

10mm

Image stabiliser

YES

YES

YES

YES

Filter diameter

28mm

28mm

28mm

28mm

LCD

 

 

 

 

View Screen/Pixels

2.4"/112,000

2.4"/112,000

2.4"/112,000

2.4"/112,000

Manual Adjustment

Brightness, Audio Volume

Brightness, Audio Volume

Brightness, Audio Volume

Brightness, Audio Volume

Multi Image Screen

YES

YES

YES

YES

VIEWFINDER

0.33", CL 113,000

0.33", CL 113,000

0.33", CL 113,000

0.33", CL 113,000

MIN. ILLUMINATION

2 lux (in Night Mode)

2 lux (in Night Mode)

0 lux (in Super Night Mode)

0 lux (in Super Night Mode)

NIGHT MODE

YES

YES

YES (Super Night Mode)

YES (Super Night Mode)

FOCUS

 

 

 

 

Auto/Manual

YES

YES

YES

YES

Control

NO

NO

NO

NO

AE MODE

 

 

 

 

Program AE

8

8

10

10

 

Easy, Auto, Sports, Portrait, Spotlight,

Easy, Auto, Sports, Portrait, Spotlight,

Easy, Auto, Sports, Portrait, Spotlight

Easy, Auto, Sports, Portrait, Spotlight,

 

Surf&Snow, Low light, Night

Surf&Snow, Low light, Night

Surf&Snow, Low light, Night, Night+,

Surf&Snow, Low light, Night, Night+,

 

 

 

Super Night

Super Night

BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION

Manual Control

Manual Control

Manual Control

Manual Control

WHITE BALANCE

TTL

TTL

TTL

TTL

Auto

YES

YES

YES

YES

Set/Preset

YES

YES

YES

YES

Lock

NO

NO

NO

NO

SHUTTER SPEED

 

 

 

 

Maximum

1/2,000 sec.

1/2,000 sec.

1/2,000 sec.

1/2,000 sec.

Slow

1/6 sec.

1/6 sec.

1/6 sec.

1/6 sec.

DIGITAL EFFECT

 

 

 

 

Effects

Art, Sepia, Monotone, Mosaic, Colors,

Art, Sepia, Monotone, Mosaic, Colors,

Art, Sepia, Monotone, Mosaic, Colors,

Art, Sepia, Monotone, Mosaic, Colors,

 

Mirror, Ball, Cube, Wave

Mirror, Ball, Cube, Wave

Mirror, Ball, Cube, Wave

Mirror, Ball, Cube, Wave

Fades

Auto, Wipe, Flip, Corners, Tide,

Auto, Wipe, Flip, Corners, Tide,

Auto, Wipe, Flip, Corners, Tide,

Auto, Wipe, Flip, Corners, Tide,

 

Puzzle, Beam, Zigzag, Jump

Puzzle, Beam, Zigzag, Jump

Puzzle, Beam, Zigzag, Jump

Puzzle, Beam, Zigzag, Jump

STILL IMAGE

NO

1024 x 768 (Progressive Photo)

1024 x 768 (Progressive Photo)

1152 x 864 (Progressive Photo)

Continuous Shooting Mode

NO

NO

NO

NO

Auto Exposure Bracketing

NO

NO

NO

NO

Simultaneous Photo Recording

NO

YES

YES

YES

Selecting AF Frame Function

NO

YES

YES

YES

Photo Button

NO

YES

YES

YES

SELF TIMER

YES

YES

YES

YES

REC REVIEW/REC SEARCH

YES

YES

YES

YES

LP MODE

YES

YES

YES

YES

SEARCH

 

 

 

 

Still Image

YES

YES

YES

YES

Date

YES

YES

YES

YES

MEMORY CARD

 

 

 

 

SD/MMC

NO

YES

YES

YES

Movie REC.

NO

Motion JPEG

Motion JPEG

Motion JPEG

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

System

PCM Digital Stereo

PCM Digital Stereo

PCM Digital Stereo

PCM Digital Stereo

 

16bit – 48kHz 2ch

16bit – 48kHz 2ch

16bit – 48kHz 2ch

16bit – 48kHz 2ch

 

12bit – 32kHz 4ch

12bit – 32kHz 4ch

12bit – 32kHz 4ch

12bit – 32kHz 4ch

Manual Rec. level control

NO

NO

NO

NO

Audio Dubbing

NO

YES

YES

YES

TERMINAL

 

 

 

 

Headphone

NO

NO

NO

NO

Microphone

NO

NO

NO

NO

USB

NO

YES

YES

YES

DV

YES (out)

YES (out MV830) (in/out MV830i)

YES (in/out)

YES (out)

Direct Print (USB)

NO

YES (PictBridge)

YES (PictBridge)

YES (PictBridge)

AV

YES (out)

YES (out MV830) (in/out MV830i)

YES (in/out)

YES (out)

S-video

NO

NO

NO

NO

ACC SHOE

NO

NO

NO

NO

BUILT-IN VIDEO LIGHT

NO

NO

YES

YES

BUILT-IN FLASH

NO

NO

NO

NO

PC CONNECTION KIT

 

 

 

 

USB Cable

NO

YES

YES

YES

USB Driver (vendor specific class)

NO

YES

YES

YES

ZoomBrowser EX (for Windows)

NO

YES

YES

YES

ImageBrowser (for Macintosh)

NO

YES

YES

YES

PhotoStitch

NO

YES

YES

YES

WIRELESS CONTROLLER

NO

WL-D85

WL-D85

WL-D85

ANALOGUE DIGITAL CONVERTER

NO

YES (MV830i)

YES

NO

BUILT-IN CHARGER

YES

YES

YES

YES

BATTERYPACK

NB-2LH

NB-2LH

NB-2LH

NB-2LH

Optional Long Life Battery

BP-2L14 (Max. Recording time 5 hrs)

BP-2L14 (Max. Recording time 5 hrs)

BP-2L14 (Max. Recording time 5 hrs)

BP-2L14 (Max. Recording time 4 hrs 5 mins)

DIMENSIONS

 

 

 

 

(W x H x D)

51 x 93 x 130mm

51 x 93 x 130mm

51 x 93 x 130mm

51 x 93 x 130mm

Weight

430g

430g

430g

430g

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Canon MVX40, MVX300 manual Ttl, Sd/Mmc Yes, Usb Yes, NB-2LH

MVX40, MVX300 specifications

The Canon MVX300 and MVX40 are two compact camcorders that exemplify Canon's commitment to delivering high-quality imaging technologies in a user-friendly package. Released in the early 2000s, these models captured the attention of both amateur and professional videographers looking for portable solutions that didn’t compromise on quality.

The Canon MVX300 boasts a robust set of features that cater to users seeking enhanced video capabilities. One notable aspect is its 3 CCD sensor technology, which allows for superior color reproduction and clearer images. This technology captures more light, resulting in vibrant and true-to-life colors, making it an ideal choice for outdoor and indoor shooting alike. The camcorder supports a resolution of 800,000 pixels, producing clear video even in challenging lighting conditions.

Another highlight of the MVX300 is its 10x optical zoom lens. This feature enables users to capture distant subjects with remarkable detail, while the digital zoom extends this capability further, allowing for up to 100x zoom. With the optical image stabilization feature, shaky footage becomes a thing of the past, ensuring smooth and steady shots even during extended recording sessions.

On the other hand, the Canon MVX40 is designed with an emphasis on ease of use and portability. It shares many similarities with the MVX300, including the stunning 3CCD sensor technology that offers excellent imaging quality. Additionally, the MVX40 includes a 16:9 widescreen recording option, catering to the growing demand for widescreen video content that enhances the viewing experience on modern televisions.

Both camcorders feature a user-friendly interface, making them accessible to users with varying levels of experience. They include a built-in flash for low-light scenarios and several automatic shooting modes to assist novice users in capturing the best footage without extensive manual adjustments.

Furthermore, the Canon MVX series is equipped with various connectivity options, including USB and FireWire ports, which facilitate seamless transfer of video files to computers for editing and sharing.

In summary, the Canon MVX300 and MVX40 serve as excellent examples of mid-range camcorders that blend technological sophistication with user-centric design. Their 3CCD technology, optical zoom capabilities, and intuitive features make them a suitable choice for anyone looking to create high-quality video content without the need for professional-grade equipment. Whether for family gatherings, travel memories, or creative projects, these camcorders stand out as capable companions for capturing life’s moments.