Canon GL2 MiniDV Digital Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon GL2 MiniDV Digital Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom
Customer Review: Canon GL2 shines with sharp picture, excellent in low light
Summary: 4 Stars
The picture quality is excellent, camera works extremely well in various low-light situations. Easy to use, more features than we've yet discovered. Automatic modes make it easy for beginners to use. Highly recommend optional windscreen for microphone if used in windy conditions. We're buying a fourth camera for our local community access TV center, our fourth Canon GL2. We also have 2 Canon ZR65 cameras for kids to use. 4 1/2 stars.Customer Review: Great Camera
Summary: 4 Stars
I purchased this camera looking to take more manual control over my video projects. And that is exactly what it has allowed me to do. It has the right balance of manual controls (as well as automatic modes) and price. It has given me the flexibility I was looking for. The weight balance is good, the controls are easily accessible and battery life is very good.Customer Review: Canon GL-2
Summary: 4 Stars
I just bought this camcorder and I really like it. I had thoughts of buying the Xl1s, but I decided to save some money and buy the Gl-2. The image quality is great and it also offers great audio controls. The one thing that I wish it had is the ability to use other lenses. Other than that though, it is a great camcorder.Customer Review: Canon Gl2 Problems I Had!!
Summary: 3 Stars
Pros: Excellent image quality and color fidelity; 20X optical zoom; two-channel audio control; 1.7-megapixel still image capture; lightweight.Cons: Too many controls per button; onboard microphone is omnidirectional; mediocre battery life with included cell.
Summary: An ok camera, just not what I expected. I own a Sony VX2000 and PD-150 we use in video production of homes for sale. We bought the GL2 because of the fact it was about a half pound lighter and a little smaller than the Sony cameras. The first problem is when you attache the small 3 watt Canon light, the drain on the battery is too great and shuts down the camer before the battery is one half way drained. Even with the biggest battery that Canon makes the battery life is short with their fill light. The second problem was when the telephoto zoom button failed after 70 minutes of use, making the auto zoom function useless. Now I must send the camera back to Canon only after 20 days of use. The mail order place would only take it back within 15 days. The third problem is the low light noise is a little worse on the camera when compared to the Sony VX2000 or Sony PD-150. It is not a big difference, but it is noticeable. I never had a reason to mail in a Sony camera for repairs, even after years of use. It's a dissapointment to have a new camera fail in so many ways
Customer Review: Canon Gl2 Blues
Summary: 3 Stars
An ok camera, just not what I expected. I own a Sony VX2000 and PD-150 we use in video production of homes for sale. We bought the GL2 because of the fact it was about a half pound lighter and a little smaller than the Sony cameras. The first problem is when you attache the small 3 watt Canon light, the drain on the battery is too great and shuts down the camer before the battery is one half way drained. Even with the biggest battery that Canon makes the battery life is short with their fill light.
The second problem was when the telephoto zoom button failed after 70 minutes of use, making the auto zoom function useless. Now I must send the camera back to Canon only after 20 days of use. The mail order place would only take it back within 15 days.
The third problem is the low light noise is a little worse on the camera when compared to the Sony VX2000 or Sony PD-150. It is not a big difference, but it is noticeable.
I never had a reason to mail in a Sony camera for repairs, even after years of use. It's a dissapointment to have a new camera fail in so many ways.