Canon XH A1 MiniDV HD Camcorder

MiniDV: The MiniDV format records high-quality digital video onto small tapes which keeps this camcorder compact for easy transport.

High-definition recording: The XH A1 captures true 1080 High Definition resolution video at 60i, 30F or 24F frame rates (or, 50i/60i with optional upgrade). It captures a true 16:9 widescreen HD image that's made for your broadcast and theatrical projects.

DIGIC DV ll HD image processor: DIGIC DV II processes the HD signal at 1440 x 1080 with 4:2:2 color sampling. Designed specifically for processing the immense volume of information in 1080 HD signals, DIGIC DV II ensures optimal image quality for HD video.

20x optical zoom: Canon’s XH A1 comes with a high-definition video lens with 20x optical zoom. When using the zoom ring on the lens, you can control the speed of your zoom by varying the angle of the ring, or by varying the speed at which you rotate the ring. When using the grip control, you can zoom at 16 different speeds; or you can use the control to operate at a single zoom speed which you preset.

Widescreen 2.8" LCD: The widescreen LCD and .57" widescreen EVF provides you with bright, high-resolution views. The LCD gives approximately 207,000 pixels and the EVF, 269,000. The LCD and EVF can be used at the same time, giving both camera person and director a view of the action. The VF stows in the camcorder body when not in use and can also point forward for self-portrait work.

Digital stills: Still image capture capability means you can capture brilliant photographs on your camcorder without digging into your bag for your other camera, just point and shoot. You get single image shooting, continuous shooting, high-speed continuous shooting, histogram display, AEB, image quality selection, print order, protect, slide show and index display. Still image shooting records images to a MultiMedia Card or SD memory card.

Image stabilization: Canon's innovative Super-Range Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) combines gyro- and image-sensors to give image stabilization through a wider range of camera motions. Fast vibration that you experience while recording from a moving car, medium-speed motion of hand-held recording and the slower motion of body sway are corrected instantly with this feature.

Remote control: A wireless remote control lets you operate your XH A1 from a distance, so you won't be left out of the picture.

Additional features: Auto focus, low light performance and an electronic lens cover, all increase convenience. Plus, the analog-digital converter lets you use your XH A1 to convert the analog signal from your TV, VCR or analog camcorder to digital.