Canon HV20 3MP High Definition MiniDV Camcorder with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon HV20 3MP High Definition MiniDV Camcorder with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
Customer Review: Great Camcorder.... works with imovie 06 HD (ibook G4)
Summary: 5 Stars
I have a ibook G4 1.33 Pwr PC with 1.5 GB ram. I bought this camera two days ago. The HV20 works flawlessly with my computer however when I import HD quality video to imovie 06 it lags a little bit. However will be able to burn on idvd 06 perfect.
The HV20 video quality is just what I am looking for, for my Disneywolrd vacation!!! The quality in a low light enviroment is decent. Zooming is great even though it is 10x. The sound is ok, you can hear the motor when it is VERY quiet but NOT a problem for me. The only problem with the camera is it doesn't come with a firewire cable but you can buy that seperately for 10-20 bucks.
So overall, i rate this camera five stars becuase it is great in video quality, compatible with Apple products and just right for a couple going on vacation or just having fun! I recommend this camcorder to anyone! I will write more when i go on my vacation and see if it is still a five star camcorder!!! Check in after May 2!!!! Thanks!
Customer Review: Awesome camera!
Summary: 5 Stars
I did about a month of research, on Amazon, camcorderinfo.com... and several other sites before deciding to buy this camera.
Let me first say i am NOT DISSAPOINTED AT ALL!!!!!
This is by far the best camera I have used/owned. I purchased it for my own personal indie films, as well as for videography work at several clubs and for a magazine. It lacks a few manual controls, and sometimes i wish it "felt" more pro, but honestly the video quality, especiall during the day, is amazing.
The first 45 minutes I shot with this camera were just of my friends hanging out.... no plot not even very interesting conversations, but my friends and I sat a watched the video twice now, simply because it LOOKS awesome. I mean it looks just like one of those True Life MTV shows....
For the money, there is NOTHING better.
cons:
it feels sorta cheap, and rattles slightly from the battery...
Customer Review: Professional quality at a consumer price!
Summary: 5 Stars
In one word the Canon HV20 is: FANTASTIC! After I received my camcorder I went outside and made a recording. I then connected this technological wonder via the HDMI cable to my Sony Bravia HDTV and pressed the play button on the remote that is included with the camcorder. When the picture appeared, my jaw dropped and my eyeballs practically popped out of my head! I could not believe what I was seeing. In my entire (50+) life I have never seen a video from any camcorder that was so true to life. The colors are rich and vibrant. The details are stunning. I also found this camcorder to be extremely quiet when recording. Trust me. Don't waste your hard earned money purchasing a camcorder that cost hundreds or maybe thousands of dollars more. If you are looking for a camcorder that has picture quality that borders on perfection the Canon HV20 is for you.Customer Review: Very Nice for your first HD camera
Summary: 5 Stars
I am very happy with this camera. After doing quite a lot of research, I chose this one on the pricepoint and the fact that it has a microphone jack! It's amazing how hard it is to find a camera with a mic jack.
Anyway, takes great footage. You can still use the standard mini dv tape or pay three times more for a mini HD tape. I guess it depends on how particular you are. I mainly record on the mini dv tape and get very impressive video quality. You can tell a big difference compared to a digital 8 video.
The size is very nice as well. You don't have to have a huge 10 pound camera to have HD anymore.
Has a firewire port to download directly to the computer for editing. User friendly.
Feel free to contact me with any questions. arspromotions@comcast.net
Thanks,
Amy
www.arspromotions.com
Customer Review: Excellent Camera
Summary: 5 Stars
The HV20 is an excellent camera, I have used it a couple of times doing some ski shots. It has many manual settings, so I am still trying many of them to check with is better for ski shooting.
There are 2 things to keep in mind:
1. If you buy A neutral filter to protect the camera lens, you need to buy a cap for the filter. This is because the camera does not have a cap (It has an automatic cover that protects the camera lens when the camera is off).
2. the Camera records on tape only at 1440x1080, 60i or 24p (24p recorded actually at 60i with pulldown cadence inverse telecine). This is because the camera records with the HDV standard, which is 1440x1080 60i. The camera does capture at 1920x1080 if you record from your PC through the HDMI connector (I have not tested this).