Reviews of the Canon XL H1
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CNET Review
The Good: Very high resolution; extensive image controls; interchangeable lenses; compatible with the Canon XL system of lenses and accessories; compatible jack pack is ideal for multicam studio work.
The Bad: No true progressive shooting; strange ergonomics; stock lens hard to focus manually; pricier than the competition.
The Bottom Line: Canon's semipro high-definition XL H1 video camera is a winner for event, reality, ENG, and documentary shooters, but its price is high.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 84/100 and users 73/100. Comparing these reviews to 69603 other Camcorders reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 89/100 = Very Good.
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camcorderinfo.com
Review Summary: The Canon XL H1 andndash; you've seen it, you've studied it, and you've put it on your wish list. Now we have the complete review. This HDV camcorder with a $8999 (MSRP) price tag has just about everything you want in a professional camcorder: 30F and 24F
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videomaker.com
Review Summary: Canon has made a great tool that newly-crowned pros and seasoned vets can appreciate.
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goodgearguide.com.au
Review Summary: A unique HDV camcorder that's just as comfortable in the field as it is cabled to a multi-cam studio setup. Professionals will find a lot to like in the XL-H1, while enthusiasts and semi-pro events videographers would be better off looking at a less expen
Manufacturer: Canon
Part number: 0967B001
General
- Product Type Camcorder
- Enclosure Color Black
- Effective Sensor Resolution 1.17 megapixels
- Total Pixels 1.56 megapixels
- Optical Sensor Size 1/3 in
- Optical Sensor Type 3CCD
- Min Illumination 0.5 lux
- Analog Video Format NTSC
- Image Stabilizer Optical
- Video Head Qty 2
- PCM Digital Sound 12bit (32KHz / 2 channels), 16bit (48KHz / 2 channels)
- Min Shutter Speed 1/4 sec
- Max Shutter Speed 1/15000 sec
- Shooting Modes Digital photo mode
- White Balance Custom, Automatic, Presets
- White Balance Presets 2800K - 12000K (100K steps)
- Exposure Modes Aperture-priority, Automatic, Shutter-priority, Manual
- Exposure Metering Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot
- Camera Flash None
- Widescreen Video Capture Yes
Main Features
- Camcorder Sensor Resolution 1.67 megapixels
- Camcorder Effective Video Resolution 1.56 megapixels
- Color Support Color
- Status LCD Display Illumination Yes
- Still Image Format JPEG
- Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
- TV Tuner None
Pro Camcorder Features
- Audio Signal Format PCM, MPEG1 Audio Layer II
- Gain Selection -3 dB, +18 dB, +6 dB, Automatic, 0 dB, +12 dB, +3 dB
- Features 4 channel audio recording, Total Cine Control, Flange Back Adjustment, SMPTE Color Bars, Selectable frame rates, SMPTE Time Code
Memory / Storage
- Flash Memory 16 MB Flash - SD Memory Card
- Floppy Drive None
- Image Storage JPEG 640 x 480, JPEG 1440 x 1080, JPEG 1920 x 1080, JPEG 848 x 480
- Media Type Mini DV (HDV)
- Recording Speed LP, SP
Lens System
- Type Zoom lens - 5.4 mm - 108 mm - F/1.6-3.5 L IS II Canon XL
- Focal Length 5.4 mm - 108 mm
- Lens Aperture F/1.6-3.5
- Optical Zoom 20 x
- Lens system type Zoom lens
- Min focal length 5.4 mm
- Lens System Mounting Canon XL
- Max focal length 108 mm
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Lens Manufacturer Canon
- Features Aspherical lens, Focus preset, Built-in 1/6 neutral density filter, Fluorite glass, Built-in 1/32 neutral density filter, Zoom preset position
- Filter Size 72 mm
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 38.9 - 778 mm
- Focus Adjustment Automatic, Manual
- Min Focus Range 0.8 in
- Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive, Manual
Additional Features
- DV input Yes
- Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
- Additional Features Digital noise reduction, DPOF support, AE lock
- Time Code Yes
- Remote control Remote control - Infrared
- Software Drivers & Utilities
- Included Accessories Camcorder shoulder strap, Skirt adapter, Adapter holder
Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type LCD
- Viewfinder Diagonal Size 2.4 in
- Viewfinder Resolution 215,000 pixels
- Image Aspect Ratio (camcorders) 16:9
- Features Zebra pattern
Display
- Type LCD passive matrix - 2.4 in
Digital Player (Recorder)
- Type None
Microphone
- Type Microphone - Detachable
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x HD/SD-SDI output, 1 x Component video output, 1 x Headphones, 1 x TC input, 1 x Composite video/audio (input/output), 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x Control-L (LANC), 1 x TC output, 1 x S-Video input / output, 1 x Genlock, 1 x Microphone
- Expansion Slot(s) 1 x SD Memory Card
Audio Input
- Audio input type Microphone
- Microphone type Detachable
- Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
- Microphone Technology Electret condenser
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x DC coupler cable, 1, A/V cable
Power
- Power Device Power adapter - External
- Battery type - AA Alkaline
Battery
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Viewfinder / Display
- Display Form Factor Built-in
- Display Format 215,000 pixels
- Viewfinder Color Support Color
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 ?F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 ?F
Physical Characteristics
- Width 8.9 in
- Depth 19.5 in
- Height 8.7 in
- Weight 5.3 lbs
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User Opinions
Buying Choices
from 2 online stores: Lowest Price: $6999.95
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dbuys.com
$7489.00 |
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B&H Photo-Video
$6999.95 |
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