Canon DC100 Reviews: Canon DVD storage Standard Definition camcorder

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Product Features

Resolution Quality	Standard Definition
Optical Zoom Ratio	25
The amount by which the camera optics (lens) can bring the subject closer.
Media Format	DVD
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Digital Zoom Ratio	1000
Not to be confused with optical zoom, digital zoom enlarges a portion of the image thus simulating optical zoom. In doing so, some image quality is lost.
Image Stabilisation	Yes
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Resolution (Pixels)	1024x768
A camera sensor, that captures the photograph, is measured in pixels. The number given here is the horizontal amount of pixels followed by the vertical quantity of pixels. The more pixels a camera sensor has, the bigger and higher quality the image will be.
Manual Focus	Yes
Almost all modern cameras have autofocus. Manual focus allows you to override the autofocus and set the distance yourself. This is especially useful if your camera is struggling to focus in a low-light or confusing scene.
Dimensions (mm)	51x86x123
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
Weight (g)	410
The weight of the product in grams.
Docking Station	No
A docking station, also known as a cradle, is used to rest your equipment whilst it charges and also allows transfer of data to a computer.
Docking Station	Noo
A docking station, also known as a cradle, is used to rest your equipment whilst it charges and also allows transfer of data to a computer.
Monitor Resolution (pixels)	123000
Screen Size in Inches	2.7
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
16:9 Recording Format	Yes
HDMI Interface	0
Like a scart interface but capable of carrying HD signals from or to other devices. You’ll need these to link your Playstation 3 or your Blu-ray player to your HD-ready TV.
USB Port	No
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components
Remote Control	No
Waterproof	No
If your camcorder is waterproof you will be able to film under water which is perfect for diving and snorkeling.
Digital Still Photography	Yes
A Digital Still Photography function on a camcorder allows you to use the camcorder as if it was a digital camera. Camcorders with photo function often save to a separate memory card such as an SD Card.
Night Recording	Yes
Night Recording is a special mode that allows you to record in low light situations.

Also known as: Canon DC 100

Canon’s new DC100 DVD camcorder – widescreen DVD movies made easy

The DC100 is Canon’s new, easy-to-use entry-level DVD (-R/-RW) camcorder, capable of recording both video and still images straight to disc. Engineered for true widescreen recording, the camcorder’s CCD uses all of its horizontal pixels to capture panoramic movies perfectly suited to playback on the very latest widescreen TVs. With a simple, one-push button to choose between 16:9 and standard 4:3 shooting, it has never been easier to make your own great looking widescreen movies on DVD.

The DC100 is a perfect, take-anywhere family camcorder for video and still capture. It features:

• Widescreen movies and high quality stills captured straight to high capacity DVD (-R/-RW)
• High power 25x optical (1000x digital) zoom lens with Electronic Image Stabilisation and variable zoom speeds
• DIGIC DV image processor, providing dual signal paths for video and stills, recording vibrant colours just as you remember them
• Ultra compact and lightweight design for perfect portability
• Convenient, built in sliding lens cover to ensure you’ll never lose the lens cap again

True widescreen
The DC100, like all of Canon’s new camcorders, is widescreen-ready. Delivering High Resolution widescreen video, the camcorder also has a 2.7” widescreen colour LCD screen, allowing you to see how the footage you’re recording will appear on a widescreen TV. Along with a wide colour viewfinder and a one-push button to switch aspect ratios, the DC100 is a versatile performer suitable for a variety of uses.

The convenience of DVD combined with a powerful 25x zoom
The convenience of recording straight to DVD takes the hassle out of making great looking movies – simply finalise the disc on-camera, then play it back on a home DVD player. Add to that a powerful 25x optical zoom lens, with an additional 1000x digital zoom, and the DC100 gets you close to the action with the minimum of fuss.

Vibrant colours for video and stills
DIGIC DV is Canon’s innovative image processor that provides dual processing paths for video and stills. With two processing paths, DIGIC DV optimises colour reproduction for each – colours remain as vivid and vibrant as you remember them, no matter if you’re recording a movie or taking a snap.

DIGIC DV
DIGIC DV is a digital signal processor that is unique to Canon camcorders. As a core Canon technology it provides dual path processing of separate video and photo signals in a single camcorder.

Video and still images have different colour requirements, so DIGIC DV processes video and still image signals differently, maximizing each for output. DIGIC DV processing delivers rich and vibrant colours that are faithful to the original shooting subject, whether seen on a television screen or printed out as a photograph.

• More info at Canon's website
• User manual