Canon Camcorders Knowledge Base
Canon camcorders? does canon make good camcorders...especially the Canon Elura 100 MiniDV Camcorder..if not, could u tell me which is the better brand...thx
How to finalize canon camcorder mini-dvds without the camcorder? I have several Canon 220 Camcorder (with mini-dvds) but my camcorder was stolen, and the dvds must be finalized in order to able to watch them. Is there a way to do so without the camcorder itself? Any software I could use for this purpose? Thanks in advance!
How do i hook my canon camcorder to my computer? I just took many hours of footage on my canon zr700 camcorder and I need to transfer it to my computer to edit it then burn it to a disk, I have a usb cord, what do I do now how do I view my movie?
What do you think of the Canon VIXIA HF S11 Dual Flash Memory Camcorder? So, after a little research, I am probably going to purchase a Flash Memory camcorder instead of a Hard Disk Drive camcorder. If I purchase this Canon camcorder, I'm definitely going to purchase a 32 GB SDHC memory card. For those with "camcorder experience", what do you think? Also, what video software would be a good choice along with this camcorder?
Question about Canon and Sony Camcorders ? Hi everybody , I want to know which of these models of camcorders in better to buy . If you have any suggestion kindly let me know . 1- Canon XH-A1 ( High definition ) 2- Sony HDR-SR1 ( High definition ) Thank you in advance .
How do I fix my canon camcorder it always says take tape out? It's a ZR85 canon camcorder. When I put a tape in it says to take the tape out I dont know what to do.please dont tell me to look on usa.canon.com because I already looked there wasn't anything and please dont tell me to look it up on some site you will give me because i'm asking if you know how to fix it. thank you.
How to finalize a dvd in a canon camcorder? I have a canon camcorder DC320 and I am trying to finalize the dvd, and when I go to the menu, to finalize it all the other options are grey like Initialize and all that but the finalize option is black so I cant click on it!!! How do I Finalize this dvd? it is a rewritable dvd
I can't figure out how to save videos from my Canon camcorder to my computer? I just got a new Canon DVD Camcorder DC210. It takes videos and photos i can load and save photos perfectly fine but when it comes to trying to view and save the videos it doesnt work. The camcorder uses mini discs my videos are on a DVD-RW disc that my computer can read. But i can't find an application or any method that will save my videos so i can send them and save them to my computer. Any suggestions?
How to put my canon camcorder tape into the computer? My camcorder is a digital video camcorder MV530i by canon. And unfortunately i have to have a firewire on my computer [which it does not have]. I have the firewire cable BUT i don't have firewire on my computer and the only option is to buy another computer. And i don't want to buy another computer. So, could i get something that can attach to a USB portal??? or maybe another way to answer my question rather than through firewire... thanks
How do I get "roxio mydvd for canon" software for my DC50 canon camcorder? I bought a canon camcorder on a clearance rack. It did not have the software with it. I've tried to find a way to purchase it separately, but haven't found anything. The player is a Canon DC50 and it says in the Instruction Manual that it should include "Roxio Mydvd for Canon" software. I'd appreciate any help you can give! Thanks.
Is there a way to put a video from a canon camcorder on the computer without using a memory card? I have a history project and we had to record something and I have a Canon camcorder, and I have the video on the camera, but I can't get it on my computer. It didnt save to the memory card, is there a way to put it on the memory card without putting it on the computer first? Or is there a way to get it on with out the memory card? I need to have this done ASAP, just help with any of this would be nice... thank you!
professional Canon camcorders? were can i find a extremaly cheap professional canon camcorder, i goto ebay and their still over 1,000 dollars. I want a good camera but a cheap one that has great quality and sound and picture, anyone know were i can get one?
Lenses for Canon camcorders.? Do any of the Canon camcorders( hd or sd) have threading for lens attachements-- telephoto, fish etc? I like Canon, but the model I was interested in FS 100 does not have threading. Can a camcorder be attached to a telescope or a microscope or to fiber optics?
Stuck between 3 Canon Camcorders!? Hi, I just need some input between 3 camcorders I'm trying to choose! I'm between the Canon HG20, HV30, and HF10. They're all very different, in their distinct ways, but each have so much to offer! I've been looking at these three cameras for months now and I still can't make a decision. Please, any input would help!
How can I upload video from my camcorder Canon 630i into my computer? I have this Canon 630i camcorder for over 2 years, and when I bought it I thought I will be able to store and edit video into computer. Although the software came with it, I never understand it, as i believed the software was just for the still images made with camcorder, so I gave up. But I now I have a feeling since the camcorder is DV and it's digital, it should be possible to connect and save the video into PC. I have a USB cable to connect, but is that enough. Can anyone let me know, please? Thanks in advance to everyone.
The Best Canon Camcorder You Can Buy? Hi, I'm looking for a quality Canon camcorder, I need something that will allow me to upload videos to my computer and transfer to DVD, I'd also like something that can take still photos, but that's not essential. What are your suggestions?
How do I use my Canon ZR930 Camcorder with my computer? I've got this Canon ZR930 Camcorder and I want to use it with my computer. I want to get what's on those little "Mini DV's" onto my computer preferably without having to go out and buy some more expensive junk. Thanks a lot!
Camcorders: Canon GL2 vs. small HD Camera? I'm looking for a video camera that has a great picture. I want to know if the Canon GL2 is better than the smaller, handheld Hi-Def cameras... or if the HD camcorders do, in fact, output a better picture. and... I'd like to know why one is better than the other.
Which of these AVCHD Canon Camcorders are "better"? I'm thinking of getting the Canon HF100 or the Canon HG20. I can afford both and I am leaning toward the HG20 as it has an HDD and a faster rate of choice (24mbps). On Cnet.com they get EXACTLY the same score. I just wanted a second thought before i go for it. Thanks!
can i put a canon video lens onto a regular camera? Hi, i have a canon camcorder, i don't know which one exact but it has a detachable lens. I tried putting it on my canon rebel xti but it it was too small. Is their some kind of adapter i can buy so i can put it on my xti?Thanks!
Who makes better camcorders, Sony or Canon? Also which brand are more compatible with mac but in particular FINAL CUT PRO? Thankyou everyone for your answers, my budget is between £1000 and £1600, and i am probably looking at dv tape, with HD capability. The "top handle" style camera not the handycam.
Canon 5D mark ii vs. Canon HD camcorders for HD video? Hello, let me make this quick and to the point. I have around 3k. I'm purchasing a camera and a camcorder. I am primarily a photographer, but I really would like to be able to take some stunning and high quality video. My question is....do I get a nikon D300 w/lenses for around 2300 and just pick up a normal HD camcorder for around 700.... Or do I just get the Canon EOS mark ii 5d so i can use that for both video and photography. It seems like the video abilities of the mark ii are better than those of your typical 700 dollar HD camcorders...at least from what I have seen samples wise, and on youtube HD.
SONY VS CANON CAMCORDERS? so like i love the SONY HDR-XR520V HANDYCAM BUT im also concerned bout altitude and vibrations so like since the sony id HDD but i like the CANON VIXIA HF S10 but the sony has better night shot and superior resolution and better stabilization please help me choose also im running an intel macbook with leopard white macbook and would like to know which movie program to edit vids thx
anyone. please help! With Canon Camcorders?!? i have a DS100 DVD camcorder and i cant find a way to transfer my recordings to my mac laptop. It wont even transfer to regular PC. I tried but I don't have a clue. I want to transfer my recordings to "imovie" so I can edit my project. Any help please, to people that have done this before?! I dont have a cable that it will hook up the computer either. Its saved to DVD.
Are all Canon Vixia HD camcorders compatible with Vista? ? I checked the Best Buy website for the Vixia HF10 and the HF11. When compared against each other the sheet says neither are compatible with Vista. However, I was told at Best Buy in person that they both will work with XP and if something is compatible with Windows XP that it is also compatible with Vista. I want to be SURE before I buy with the 15% restocking fee they have. Anyone know?
Why Camcorders in Night mode they start lagging and not smooth and stable? I've owned some panasonic, canon and jvc camcorders and they all have night mode options to increase visibility in night, but they all start to lag and I've been wondering why they can't just stay smooth and stable. currently i have one of the new Jvc everio and does the same, why putting that in cameras if its going to lag, is useless. can anybody explain why this happens to camcorders when switch to night mode?
Question about flash memory camcorders, such as Canon HF-100 or Panasonic HDC-SD7? I want to buy a good camcorder which can offer good image as well as convenience and long time stability. Lots of people recommend flash memory based camcorders. But some people also mentioned editing will be difficult for canon HF100 or Panasonic HDC-SD9. Especially, I need a powerful computer to do it, not a normal laptop. I used to edit tape based video with laptop. It is fine. Before I purchase, I just want to know why flash memory camcorder needs more powerful computer. Question 1: Is powerful computer a must for all tapeless camcorder, such as HDD, flash memory? Or it is just because high-definition tapeless camcorder needs good computer? I notice the word "AVCHD". Does the trouble come from this guy? Question 2: Does Canon HF-100 or Panasonic HDC-SD7 offer low definition option which I can edit with slower computer? thanks a lot!
Does the DV cable come with this Canon camera? My church has upgraded to new cameras with Canon XHA1 HDV Camcorders. And they recorded one event with it with a mini dv tape, and I'm trying to help find a DV firewire cable for it. Does this camcorder come with a DV Firewire? Or would I have to get it from Canon?
Are the Canon FS series camcorders good for Youtube and artistic short film? I'm a novice filmmaker looking to start a vlog soon, but I plan to shoot outside a lot and possibly use far zooming/low light shooting. I'm looking for the best quality/resolution camcorder available within a $200-500 price range, and the Canon FS cameras seem to have it. After a few weeks of researching for a camcorder I may want for Christmas, I've settled on the FS100 for the moment: http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=2544&modelid=16185 Besides price, I don't see too much of a difference between it and the other two. I should mention that I've chosen a flash memory camera because I hear that both the image and sound quality is better in relation to HDD due to the compression of the files. In addition, I am told the memory sticks are extremely inexpensive and reusable nowadays. I also like this camera because of the option to add an external mic, which I think I may have a use for in noisy situations. The only drawback about the FS100 is that I hear that the provided editing software is horrible, but that's ok considering I plan to use Windows Media Maker anyway. I just have a few questions that I need answered yet: 1.) I hear the videos made are MOD files, so can they be converted into a high quality format to use on Youtube? 2.) I have considered shooting in sephia or blue surreal coloration. Does this camcorder have any of those options? 3.) And by far my biggest concern: How easy would it be to upload my videos to Youtube using this camcorder? Is flash memory the best way to go in terms of getting the highest possible quality on Youtube?
What are the best Camcorders under $500, that have internal memory or hard drive? I'm looking for a camcorder that doesn't use Minidv cassettes, but I'm looking for one that has internal memory or hard drive. Does anyone know what are best cameras and brands for camcorders, like for example i know that for Digital cameras is canon and Nikon,. But for Camcorders what are the best brands to look for and Best Models under $500
Does anyone have a Canon HV10 digital camera? http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-camcorders/canon-hv10/4505-6500_7-31995279.html?tag=rnav That camera. Would you recommend it? Is it easy to load to a computer? Ok I am going to look up what a fire wire cable is.. lol my old little camera just used and SD card... I can't really afford anything over $100, and this looked good for only $35! Is it worth it?
How bad is the sound of the mechanism in camcorders? I have read on many customer review sites that many camcorders have a hissing sound when playing back the video. This is because the mic picks up the mechanism sound in the tape compartment. How loud is this sound and does it ruin videos. Is it noticeable???.. I am especially looking at the canon elura 1000. I am traveling to italy, and i also want this camera for family occassions..will this sound be noticeable and annoying or will it be unheard do to outdoor noises, and talking?....i am not planning to film anything that silent but if i do will the noise take over and make the video hard to watch???plz help thx... srry i am the writer of this question i am referring to the canon elura 100...not the canon elura 1000 as i said in the question originally...srry for the typeo and any confusion i might have caused
Canon vs Sony vs Samsung Camcorders? Anybody out there have a definitive opinion about which brand makes the best MiniDV camcorder? (Best quality, features--I'm looking for the cams with the most features for under $350) THanks
What movies were shot with HDV camcorders? I'm planning to buy a HDV camcorder and I've seen some nice footage on youtube using the canon XH A1. I was wondering if there were any other films (feature length or short) that used these type of camcorders.
What do you think about the RED camcorders? Are they the best? I mean are they better then Canon or Sony or other? Are there other brands like RED that solely make camcorders? I am trying to make professional movies and documentaries. Are they HD? Plus I am confused with all the different lenses that they have do I need them all?
Whats the price of camcorder Canon HG21 in the ireland shops? I am planning to buy new camcorders, and I decide that I will go with canon HG21, now is the next step to finde around dublin the best palce to buy it, can you help me where and what is the price, I found in pixmania.ie for 809eurous,any suggestions?
What camcorders are similar to the Canon HV20? I'm a film maker looking for a Camcorder similar to the HV20. I want one that has 24p, for the "film look". My price rage is under $500, and I have found a few HV20s on ebay for under $500. Thats guys/girls!
can some one just tell me what canon camcorders have Firewire capabilities? i want one that like this small VIXIA HF S100 Flash Memory http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4445839 no big bulky ones that cost over 3000 any canon format mini-dv or flash any format i just want to know what canon camcorders have Firewire capabilities i am sick of looking and finding not what i am looking for i just want to know what canon camcorders have Firewire capabilities some one please tell me from the small ones not the big ones i don't want big and big price like 3000 way to much my bugit is 100 to 850 now what some finaly answerd exactly what u wanted to know now i need to know do i need software to use it as a web cam i am going to use it to stream my self in a cam site as my second job the site use adobe flash player that other site use is a high quality Video / Audio encoder and last site use java i think now what some one has finaly answerd exactly what i wanted to know now i need to know do i need software to use it as a web cam i am going to use it to stream my self in a cam site as my second job the site use adobe flash player that other site use is a high quality Video / Audio encoder and last site use java i think
canon vs sony camcorders help!? was woundering which camcorder i should get canon or sony. http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=177&modelid=19063#BoxContentsAct or http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=8198552921665891061#overview i want the one that has the best low light, auto focus, and image stabilization. thx for helping me out!
HD camcorders- which are better, Sony or Canon? Specifically, the camcorders in the $700- $1000 range. I'm a little confused about the whole AVCHD thing and the pros/ cons of either brand, especially when it comes to transferring the video from the camcorder to a DVD. I do not have a blueray recorder, so I would need to get an AVCHD burner and player separately. that hardly counts as an answer.
Which brand of camcorders is better in general; Canon or JVC? I may start vlogging soon and I need to buy a camcorder. I've narrowed it down to the canon fs200 and jvc everio GZ-MG330. I heard that both have positive reviews, except the settings on the jvc are difficult to work with. And my video editing software is windows movie maker, and I heard that the everio is difficult to use with that. Which one is a better choice? price is not a concern btw.
What are some HD Mini Dv Camcorders out there? Im looking for the cheapest mini dv camcorder that shoots in high definition format so far, i've only seen the Canon HV series camcorders, what other options do i have? Getting a used camcorder is fine with me also, so i don't mind older cameras out there too.
Canon Vixia camcorders? Is there any rhyme or reason behind the letters/numbers that are used to identify the canon vixia camcorders? I see HF and S and R's, and there are probably other. I am looking for a new camcorder, HD with flash memory, some internal would be nice, but not necessary. I looked at cnet and canons get good ratings overall and I tend to be brand specific, canon for my point and shoots, nikon for slr, and possible canon for camcorders, if I can decipher the meanings of their names/identifiers. Thank you for any help.
Do the Canon SLRs provide better HD movie recording than the Canon Vixia HD camcorders? I'm having a toss-up between the Canon EOS Rebel T2i, Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon Vixia HV40, or the Canon XL-2. I am aware that the XL-2 only offers standard definition recording, and that I'm mixing a cropped sensor, a full-frame sensor, a 1/2 inch sensor, and 3 1/3 inch sensors. My problem is this: I want to get into cinematography as well as photography, but I have a limited budget. I am a stickler for quality, so they have to perform well to meet my expectations...But that's just me. :) Any help would be great, as this is something I cannot really figure out. :/ I guess the answer may be obvious, but I can't decide. THAT'S MY PROBLEM!!!!! :P
Are the Canon FS100 and FS11 Camcorders the sam thing? if not which one is better? i am a bit confused because i was looking for a new camcorder and when i search fs100 or fs11 the both look exactly the same and i get mixed searches like the canon fs100 turning up in the fs11 search and the other way round can someone explain please and do they both have mic inputs? and which one is better? PLZ answer my question
Best Canon Camcorders out there? I wanted to know if anyone knew a very small but nice, professional Canon Camcorder. [doesn't have to be Canon. Maybe Sony? ] something like this but more compact maybe....and cheaper haha : http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/camcorders/professional_camcorders/xh_g1s I don't like those tiny one's that family uses just on trips and stuff. like this: http://us.camcorderprices.net/retailer/Canon-FS300-Blue-Flash-Memory-Camcorder.html?pid=73070290