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Canon VIXIA HF100

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Canon VIXIA HF100 measures (WxHxD) 2.9 x 2.5 x 5.1 in (73x64x129mm) and weighs (not including lens and battery pack) 13.4 oz (380g). Canon VIXIA HF100 allows user to record AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) format videos. The AVCHD uses an MPEG-4 AVC (H.264) video codec, recording true 1080 High Definition resolution video and this format captures twice as much video using less storage.

The Canon VIXIA HF100 features a 3.3 Megapixel Full HD CMOS sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II Image Process…

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Canon VIXIA HF100 measures (WxHxD) 2.9 x 2.5 x 5.1 in (73x64x129mm) and weighs (not including lens and battery pack) 13.4 oz (380g). Canon VIXIA HF100 allows user to record AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) format videos. The AVCHD uses an MPEG-4 AVC (H.264) video codec, recording true 1080 High Definition resolution video and this format captures twice as much video using less storage.

The Canon VIXIA HF100 features a 3.3 Megapixel Full HD CMOS sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II Image Processor, SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization, Instant Auto Focus, our 2.7" Wide screen Multi-Angle Vivid LCD and the Canon 12x HD video zoom lens. The Canon VIXIA HF100 is designed with a 1/3.2" 3.3 Megapixel Full HD CMOS image sensor to capture 1920x1080 High Definition video. The Canon VIXIA HF100’s CMOS’s high color resolution and advanced color reproduction produce sharper and clearer images.

The Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor is designed specifically for HD and ensures optimal image quality. DIGIC DV II Image Processor uses a hybrid noise reduction system that employs two types of noise reduction — for high definition images that are crystal clear. Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor features improved continuous shooting of digital photographs with the VIXIA HF100. Users can shoot five (3.1 Megapixel) still images per second, and also helps to lower power consumption for longer battery life. This camcorder also allows users to choose various types of modes such as 24p Cinema Mode and 30p Progressive Mode. The 2.7"Multi-Angle Vivid Wide screen LCD on the Canon VIXIA HF100 allows user to see more of what the camcorder is recording. VIXIA HF100 Camcorder ships with a VIXIA HF100 Camcorder, BP-809 Battery Pack (with Terminal Cover), CA-570 Compact Power Adapter, STV-250 N Stereo Video Cable, WL-D88 Wireless Controller, IFC-400PCU USB Cable, CTC-100/S Component Cable, Digital Video Solution Disc for Windows and Macintosh and Pixela ImageMixer™ 3SE Disc.

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Manufacturer's Specs

Digital Video

  • Power Consumption
    4.0 w (SP mode)
  • Image Sensor
    1/3.2" CMOS Sensor, RGB Primary Color Filter
  • Total Pixels
    Approx. 3.3 Megapixels
  • Effective Pixels
    Movies: Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920x1080) Still image: Approx. 2.76 Megapixels (1920x1440)
  • Maximum recording time
    8 GB SDHC Card LP (5 Mbps) 3 hours SP (7 Mbps) 2 hours 20 min XP+ (12 Mbps) 1 hour 25 min FXP (17 Mbps) 1 hour - Allows 1920x1080 Full HD Recording. Greater recording time is possible with a higher capacity SDHC memory card.
  • Lens
    Zoom Ratio 12x Optical/200x Digital Focal Length f=4.8-57mm Zoom Speed Variable/3 Fixed Zoom Speeds Max. F/Stop f/1.8-3.0mm Filter Size 37mm
  • Focusing System
    Instant AF, Through the Lens/Manual Focusing Possible
  • Manual Exposure
    Yes
  • Programmed AE
    Auto, Program, Av, Tv, CINEMA, Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, Fireworks
  • Max Shutter Speed
    1/2000 1/500 (card)

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  1. Reviewer: Reviewed.com
    27 June 2008

    All told, the Canon HF100 is a great camcorder. Video quality is superior and the light body and easy to use interface should please most point-and-shooters. Be sure to stock up on a few SDHC cards before a long vacation. If you don’t trust yourself to plan ahead, check out the sister model, the Canon HF10, which comes equipped with 16GB of internal memory plus the card slot. Read more

  2. Reviewer: LAPTOP Magazine
    15 May 2008
    Overall 9
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    Lightweight and extremely versatile, the flash-based Canon Vixia HF100 is the future of high-definition camcorders. Read more

  3. Reviewer: Camcorder Info
    13 May 2008

    For this reason, the Canon HF10 ($1099 MSRP) seems more reasonable. The step-up from the HF100, the HF10 includes 16GB on-board storage, which means you can rely on that when the cards fill up, or vice versa. There $200 price gap between models is not inconsiderable, however. Read more

  4. Canon Vixia HF100

    Reviewer: Picture correct
    09 May 2008

    The HF100 Flash Memory camcorder features an SDHC memory card slot only. It features a newly designed genuine Canon 12x HD video lens, a robust canon 3.3 megapixel full HD CMOS image sensor, a 3.1 Megapixel digital camera, and full HD lens-to-screen (1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution to capture, record and output). The HF100 will be available in April for $899. Read more

  1. Fantastic Camera

    Reviewer: Buyzillion.com
    7 days ago
    Overall 10
    10
     

    If you have an HD-TV this camera is the way to go. it is much cheaper than the newer models and the picture quality is great! I am not a technically savvy person and found this camera very easy to use. Save money! Buy this one over the newer models. Read more

  2. Reviewer: AT8015, review.rateitall.com
    20 August 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    I have a Sony standard definition miniDV camcorder, and also bought the HF100 and the Sony CX12, both flash camcorders. I found the Canon to be the better value: good to great video and audio quality in good lighting conditions, better user interface, and standard SD cards will save you money and hassle vs. the Sony CX12. If you're not sensitive to a few hundred extra bucks (for the CX12 and overpriced Sony Memory Sticks), you get the following additional features: mu... Read more

  3. HF100 Review HF100 VS HF11 and AVCHD vs HDV All what you need to know about HD Camcorders

    Reviewer: review.pricespider.com
    22 July 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    With this review I will tell you everything you need to know to pick best camcorder for you First of all about the HF100 Sound,Size,Video,Value are all perfect to be honest the video is crystal Clear and the sound is unbeatable even without an external mic There is no viewfinder but the LCD is extermely bright,Battery 1Hour~, and its very light/small camcorder i simply put it inside my jeans You need to know that HF100 do not record in SD (Standard Definition) or... Read more

  4. Disappointing and I sent it back to the shop

    Reviewer: klashar, Ciao
    30 June 2008
    Overall 6
    6.0
     

    Poor LCD display - flickers Poor menu system Joystick could be fiddly for some Can't play hi-res back on the computer Shoe not compatible with older canon gear Very basic editing software Can't change the format with the software Very poor battery life No separate battery charger Problem with storing the films i.e. a DV cassette 'is' already a backup. Read more

  5. Reviewer: Tiger Direct
    21 June 2008

    Dont believe other reviewers saying that there is no software to edit the 'mts' files that this camcorder outputs. I use Ulead Video Studio 11+ and it WORKS PERFECTLY. My MacBook automatically recognizes the avchd card as an actual camcorder and imports the files with NO PROBLEMS. AVCHD MTS files ARE editable. DO YOUR RESEARCH BEFORE YOU TELL POTENTIAL BUYERS NOT TO PURCHASE. As for the camera, I really like the 24p mode, my kids want to make their own action movies a... Read more

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