Canon FS11 Reviews: Canon Flash storage camcorder

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Product Features

Optical Zoom Ratio	37
The amount by which the camera optics (lens) can bring the subject closer.
Media Format	Flash
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)
Media Format	SD Card
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	2000
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	Electronical Image Stabiliser
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.
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 (Megapixel)	0.7
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)	58x60x124
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
Battery Life in Hours	3
Battery life is important if you travel a lot. Long train journeys can be a pain if you don’t get more than 3 hours of life out of your laptop. It’s worth remembering that a lot of trains offer power sockets now so don’t be put off by a low battery life unless your lifestyle demands ultra portability.
Weight (g)	260
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.
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.
HDMI Interface	No
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	Yes
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components
Hard Disk Capacity in GB	16
Hard Disk capacity is measured in GBs which stands for Gigabytes. A gigabyte is 1000 MB or megabytes. The more GB you have the more info like photos and music you can store.
Remote Control	Yes
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: FS11

The stylish FS11 provides the best of both worlds. Record over 10 hours of superb video onto 16GB of internal flash memory, or store movies to easy-to-share removable memory cards.

• Dual Flash Memory
• Designer style
• 45x Advanced Zoom
• Megapixel CCD, DIGIC DV II and True Wide High Resolution 16:9 recording
• Microphone input
• Low power consumption and Intelligent battery
• Digital stills
• USB 2.0 Hi Speed
• Compatible with DW-100
• Software

Shoot, store and share – anytime, anywhere.

Dual Flash Memory
Giving you not one, but two ways to record, the FS11 incorporates Canon’s Dual Flash Memory system. With 16Gb of internal memory – enough to store over 10 hours of Standard Definition (SD) movies – you’re always ready to shoot. Easily increase capacity on long days out by recording to removable SD or SDHC memory cards.

A designer style
The FS11 catches the eye with its refreshingly modern style. With no moving parts, flash memory is much smaller than other media types – that means the FS11 also has a stunningly compact design. Plus, flash memory stays safe against occasional bumps and knocks.

45x Advanced Zoom
The FS11 features Canon’s Advanced Zoom. Combining a genuine Canon video lens and powerful DIGIC DV II processing, the camcorder gives you an incredibly long zoom – up to 45×.

Advanced moviemaking
The FS11 showcases a range of powerful moviemaking features, helping to deliver superb movies: a Megapixel CCD, DIGIC DV II and True Wide High Resolution 16:9 recording.

Superior audio quality
Bring your movies to life with a great soundtrack – an input terminal allows an external microphone to be attached, recording the sound you want far more accurately.

Keep on shooting
Storing movies to flash memory has a much lower power requirement than recording to discs, tapes, or a Hard Disk Drive – in fact, you can shoot for up to 3 hours with the supplied battery pack alone. An Intelligent lithium-ion battery system shows you just how much recording time is left, accurate to the minute.

Digital stills
Capture high quality digital photographs. DIGIC DV II drives the camcorder’s photography features, ensuring faithful colour reproduction whether you shoot video or still images.

High speed transfer
A USB2.0 Hi Speed connection provides a super-quick way of getting movies and photos onto a computer – simply connect the camcorder via a single cable, then share.

Easy DVD burning
Easily burn movies to full size DVDs with the optional DW-100 – a one-stop solution for sharing your home videos. Then, simply watch finished discs on a standard DVD player.

Imaging software
Supplied with the camcorder, Pixela ImageMixer™ 3 SE allows you to organise, play back and edit your video clips, then convert them to alternative file formats. The software also offers DVD creation features – another easy way to share footage.

• More info at Canon's website
• User manual