Product DescriptionThe Canon HG20 AVCHD Hard Disk Drive camcorder sets a new standard for High Definition, delivering optimal image quality, long shooting times along with the extraordinary ease and versatility when viewing video on television or a computer. Capture amazing HD video with even greater detail and color reproduction with its innovative 24Mbps capability, and the addition of a video-capable SDHC card slot plus the extended 60GB internal Hard Disk Drive allows you to now record up to 22 hours of video onto the internal Hard Disk Drive so theres no need to worry about running out of space. And, like all Canon VIXIA camcorders, the HG20 features: a Canon HD video lens, FULL HD CMOS Sensor, and Canons exclusive DIGIC DV II image processor. Create the look and feel of Hollywood movies with the 24p Cinema Mode and even use Canons select Photo Grabbing function to capture still images from previously recorded video. If online video posting and sharing interests you, the HG20s 30p mode provides the perfect frame rate for the web and delivers clarity for fast-action subjects.
The HG20 offers the unparalleled combination of Canons exclusive SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer to stabilize a wide range of movements, Instant AF for accurate focusing thats critical when shooting in HD, and a built-in video light to easily shoot in dark settings. The HG20 features the latest HD technology, excellence in Canon optics and engineering in a compact, sleek design that delivers the high level of performance youve come to expect from Canon.
Customer Reviews
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Rating: - Low Priced for the best camcorder
I went through a lot of slow camcorders and atlast found this one as best.
I was reviewing all camcorders compatible in HD with Hard Drive one's but found this so appealing at the provided price range.
Only drawback that I came across is not having viewfinder. But I dont really require it as the screen is too good. 60GB is too much for my use.
As a whole I like it and until next few years I dont want to loose this.
Rating: - Canon VIXIA HG20 Camcorder
Love it. Easy to use. Worth mentioning that if you have a Mac rather than PC, you'll need Leopard and iMovie 08 to use this camcorder with your computer.
Rating: - Good value for money
This video camera does all that it says, the only thing that is a bit of disappointment is the battery life. It hardly lasts about 60 mins in use. You would definitely need extra battery if you plan to use it for longer recordings.
Rating: - Great Hardware lousy software
This is a great camera. It's HD quality is very high and has a vast CCD so even when the camera is moved quickly you get a smooth video with little or no jerkiness. Great color and easy functionality.
The software sucks however. There is really only one good way of getting video off the cam and Once off, it must be converted to anything other then it's native format if you are to do anything with it. I found a AVCHD converter online for about $50 which lets me convert it for my purposes. ... Read More
Rating: - Excellent Camera
After using tape for 2 years, I am thrilled how easy it is to transfer videos from the camera's hard drive to my computer, just drag and drop.
- Low Priced for the best camcorder
