Canon Optura 60 MiniDV Camcorder w/14x Optical Zoom
by Canon
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Digital Photo Product Details
Manufacturer: CanonModel: 0329B001
Product features:
- 14x optical zoom, 280x digital zoom
- Advanced 9-point Auto Intelligent Autofocus
- 2.2 Megapixel CCD with RGB Primary Color Filter
- 6 new Scene Modes - Foliage, Fireworks, Beach, Snow, Sunset and Spotlight
- Print & Share technology for easy downloading and transferring
- Pinnacle Studio HD V14 [OLD VERSION]
- Corel VideoStudio Pro X2 [Old Version]
- Adobe Premiere Elements 9 [Old Version]
- Roxio Creator 2010 [OLD VERSION]
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon Optura 60 MiniDV Camcorder w/14x Optical Zoom
Customer Review: Excellent.
Summary: 5 Stars
After some reasearch on the different camcorders available on the market, I had no doubt that the Canon Optura 60 was the superior choice. After receiving the unit I had no problem getting set up and was snapping pictures and making videos in no time.
One feature that sets this camcorder apart from others is it's ability to take high quality 2 mega-pixel still shots, recording them to a Secure-Digital card. From my previous experience with Canon cameras it seems that they really know what they are doing in terms of digital photography and the Optura 60 continues to amaze. The camera has produced still shots that are equal or better in quality to my Olympus C-740UZ.
The video quality is excellent and it is very easy to copy your still shots and videos using USB 2.0 OR Firewire to your Windows XP PC.
Despite a complicated array of features, the camera can be very simple to use for those who just want to set everything to "AUTO", then point and shoot.
Goods:
* High res 2 mega-pixel stills stored on SD card
* Built-in flash and 14x optical zoom
* Optical image stabilization to ensure minimized "shaky hand" effect
* Easy to dump videos and stills to XP PC
* Amazingly wide array of features packed into a small sized unit
* Excellent still picture quality
* Good performance for shooting 'on the fly'
* Continuous mode for quick sequential still shots
* Can snap 640x480 still shots to SD card while recording video to tape
* More...
Bads:
* Package does not include a DV tape
* Included 16MB MMC card is far too small
* Included battery is a little short-lived
* Firewire DV cable not included
Additional items I bought:
* Pack of DV tapes
* 512MB SD Card
* High-capacity BP2L14 battery
* CB2LT battery charger, enabling charging of both batteries at once (one in camera, one in charger)
You'll also need a carrying case that snugly fits the Optura 60 and the above items.
Description of Canon Optura 60 MiniDV Camcorder w/14x Optical Zoom
The Optura 60 Digital Camcorder offers all the tools that made Canon a stand-out performer. Clarity, brilliance and vivid color are just a click away, while the wide range of automatic settings and effortless shot management & transfer tools make it simple to share pictures. The advanced new RGB filter separates light into more natural-looking tones and vivid hues. Record and play back in high resolution, 16:9 Widescreen Mode, and multiple shooting modes give you the perfect shot in any situation. Built-in Flash for low light & interior photography Continuous Shooting Mode Auto Exposure Bracketing Shutter Priority for choosing shutter speed 16 - 9 Widescreen Mode Aperture Priority controls depth of field Image stabilization Stereo mic Inputs - DV, S-Video, A/V Outputs - Audio out Accepts SD and MMC memory cards for still digital-camera mode PCM digital sound - 16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch); 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch) Number of Recording Pixels - Still image - 1632 x 1224, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 pixels / Movie - 320 x 240, 160 x 120 pixels, 15 frames/sec. Special 4-pin connector IEEE 1394 compliant DV Port Color Viewfinder and 2.5 LCD Monitor Dimensions(WxHxD) - 2.8 x 3.2 x 5.2 (70 x 82 x 133 mm) Weight - 1.2 lb. (530 g)Camcorders
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