Canon VIXIA HF S11 HD Dual Flash Memory Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom - 2009 MODEL
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Manufacturer: CanonModel: HF S11
Product features:
- Dual Flash Memory: 64 GB internal flash drive & SDHC card slot
- Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens
- Canon Exclusive: 1/2.6? 8.59 Megapixel Full HD CMOS Image Sensor
- Canon Exclusive: DIGIC DV III Image Processor
- 1920 x 1080 Full HD Recording
- Canon SC2000 Soft Carrying Case for select Canon Camcorders
- Pinnacle Studio HD V14 [OLD VERSION]
- AmazonBasics SDHC Class 4 32GB Secure Digital Card
- AmazonBasics SDHC Class 10 4 GB Secure Digital Card
- AmazonBasics 8 GB Class 4 SDHC Flash Memory Card
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon VIXIA HF S11 HD Dual Flash Memory Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom - 2009 MODEL
Customer Review: Not a professional, just eager memory keeper
Summary: 5 Stars
I did months of research before deciding on the S11, and my biggest priorities were superb picture quality then durability. Because flash camcorders don't have moving parts like a hard drive, flash memory is less prone to damage, uses less power, and reads/writes faster. This is very expensive, but it will last for many, many years while vividly capturing my most important memories with family. HD is the way to go.
The picture quality is great, and you can easily find HD examples on YouTube to preview if you're curious to see how this measures up. Video capture at night isn't as bad as what I had read. I can easily make out images in my night time shots albeit some detail was lost (as expected with any consumer camcorder). An added bonus is that I can snap photos while in video mode, so I don't have to pack my point-n-shoot camera too. This has a built-in 8MP camera.
If you need more than the 64GB of internal memory, you can expand by purchasing an external SDHC card. Canon says to use a minimum Class 4 SDHC card for video, but a lot of people who own flash camcorders seem to have better results with Class 6 cards (faster write speeds mean you won't miss as many frames during recording). Keep in mind that 64gb can capture a minimum of 5 hours 55 minutes in MXP mode and up to 24 hrs 30 minutes in LP mode.
There is NO electronic viewfinder which can be a problem since the screen is hard to see when you're in super dark or super bright settings.
Unfortunately, your investment won't end with the camera.
You will have EXTRA stuff to buy:
* Extra battery - the one that comes included lasts 1.5 hours at best; I recommend Canon BP-827 * Lithium Ion Battery Pack for Vixia HG 20/21, HF11/10 & 100 Camcorders
* Battery charger - otherwise you can only charge the battery while it's in the camcorder so you have to stop filming while charging
* HDMI cable
* Canon Remote Control Adapter RA-V1 for Vixia HF S11 Camcorders to access the camera's functions if you heavily use a tripod
* Video editing software - Adobe Premiere seems to be pretty popular for AVCHD video.
I travel often, so it's not always practical for me to carry a lot of SDHC cards, and I wanted something that would be more user friendly for my folks to use. It's crazy that Canon charges so much more for 32GB extra memory over the S10, so if budget is an issue, look into the HF S10 (32GB internal memory) or HF S100 (no internal memory).
The S11 is very similar to the HF S10 and HF S100 models. The only differences I can tell:
- 64gb internal memory (main reason this model costs more)
- Dynamic SuperRange OIS (which is supposed to make for better video while walking and at wide angles)
- Compatible with Canon's RA-V1 remote adapter that you plug into the accessory shoe to provide a LANC (wired remote) terminal
- Extra mode for low light scene
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Description of Canon VIXIA HF S11 HD Dual Flash Memory Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom - 2009 MODEL
The Next Step Forward in HD Video The Canon VIXIA HF S11 Dual Flash Memory camcorder takes our solid reputation for optical excellence, advanced image processing and technological innovation in high definition camcorders and brings it to the next level. The VIXIA HF S11 offers a large 64GB of internal memory, recording up to 24 hours, 30 minutes (LP mode), approximately 6 hours recording at the highest quality (MXP mode), and compatibility with removable SDHC cards. And the video and photos you record will be as brilliant as they can be - with the Canon Exclusive 8.59 Megapixel CMOS Image Sensor and our advanced image processor, DIGIC DV III. What's more, the VIXIA HF S11 allows you to record at up to 24Mbps, the highest bit rate in AVCHD format, for the highest quality image. The VIXIA HF S11 is packed with Canon Exclusive features - such as the Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens, sophisticated Genuine Canon Face Detection, Dynamic SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization as well as Advanced Video Snapshot Mode and a host of new control and creative options. All of which make it possible for you to Shoot, Capture, See and Be HD.Camcorders
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