Canon XL2 MiniDV Camcorder
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Description
The Canon XL2 allows you to capture images closer to the finished product than ever before. Work that previously was limited to post-production can be simply and effectively accomplished in the field, in the camcorder. The XL2 brings a host of performance and convenience features to this class of video camcorder benefits that can't be found in this combination on other high-end video cameras. They include: Canon Super Range Optical Image Stabilization in the standard lens; dual aspect ratios; various frame rate capabilities; image gamma and detail controls; skin detail control and convertible LCD display among others.
Quick Glance
Recording Media: Tape Media, MiniDV
LCD Screen Size: 2 in
Interface Type: 1 x 4-pin IEEE 1394, 1 x RCA Video In/Out, 1 x 4-pin BNC Video In/Out, 1 x 4-pin S-Video In/Out, 2 x XLR Audio In, 1 x Mini-phone Microphone, 2 x RCA Audio In/Out, 1 x Mini-phone Headphone, 1 x LANC, 1 x DC Power In
Image Stabilization: Optical
Optical Zoom: 20
Weight: 84.8
Summary
Product Title: Canon XL2 MiniDV Camcorder
Manufacturer: Canon
Lowest Price: $3,449.00
Power Score: 4.2 | 8 Reviews
Image Processor
Image Sensor: CCD
Image Sensor Quantity: 3
Image Sensor Size: 1/3"
Lens Features
Optical Zoom: 20 X
Digital Zoom: Not Applicable
Focal Length: 5.40 mm to 108 mm
Filter Diameter: 72 mm
Video Recording
Recording Media: Tape Media, MiniDV
Video Capture Format: DV
Minimum Lux Rating: 5.5 lux
Image Stabilization: Optical
General Features
LCD Screen Size: 2 in
Interface Connection: 1 x 4-pin IEEE 1394, 1 x RCA Video In/Out, 1 x 4-pin BNC Video In/Out, 1 x 4-pin S-Video In/Out, 2 x XLR Audio In, 1 x Mini-phone Microphone, 2 x RCA Audio In/Out, 1 x Mini-phone Headphone, 1 x LANC, 1 x DC Power In
Additional Features: Macro Focus, PC Connection, PCM Digital Recording, Time Code, Viewfinder
Power
Power Source: Lithium-Ion Battery, Rechargeable Battery
Dimensions
Height: 8.7 in
Width: 8.9 in
Depth: 19.5 in
Weight: 5.30 lbs, 7.80 lbs
Dimensions: 8.70" Height x 8.90" Width x 19.50" Depth
Warranty
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Frequency Band: Number of Recording Pixels: 16:9 target area: approx. 460,000 pixels (962 x 480) x3 CCD, 0.289" diagonal 4:3 target area: approx. 350,000 pixels (720 x 480) x3 CCD, 0.236" diagonal Minimum Focusing Distance (20x zoom XL 5.4-108mm L IS installed): 0.78" (Wide macro) 39.37" (entire zoom range) Power Consumption (While recording AF="ON"): 7.1W (recording with AF, 20x zoom XL 5.4-108 L IS mounted)
Microphone Technology: Electret Condenser
Effective Image Resolution: 1.4 Megapixel
Effective Video Resolution: 1.1 Megapixel
Total Camcorder Resolution: 2 Megapixel
Maximum Video Lines: 525
Shortest Shutter Speed: 1/60 Second
Reviews on Canon XL2 MiniDV Camcorder
One of the best 3-CCD entry-level profesional...
Strengths: open strucutre - you can replace the 20x lens to 3x wide one; easy to use - the manual is well-written; many many good things ...
Weakness: the color view finder is a little difficulte to use; the weight is a little on the lens part - hard to balance
Overall, this is one of the best 3-CCD professional camcorder on the market. Although it is not like its HD brother from canon, XL-2 can handle routine work perfectly. Adjustments from 4:3 to 16:9 and 60i to 24p are just a knot away. It need some muscle to carry it around and the shoulder-pad is not very helpful. I've been user of Canon GL-2 for some time and this XL-2 is my upgrade to reach...
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Strengths: Great for outdoor situations with plenty of light. Indoor situations as well so long as you have ample light. Sharp lens when focused.
Weakness: Automatic features not as stong as one would have thought. Low light situations a nightmare, especially with the automatic features. You don't want this camera for on the fly situations.
I would recommend the panasonic dvx100b over the canon xl2 and it is less costly and easier to handle. The canon xl2 has a 20 times zoom lens which is great but it carries a lot of baggage with it. Camera is overrated in my opinion.
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Canon XL2 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 3.09 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #21 HDV camcorder of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market value, and a product's acceptance and...
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The XL2 has an almost endless number of imaging adjustments you can make. A beginner might want to start by setting the Gamma and Color Matrix to Cine mode and see what it looks like. A more experience cinematographer might really be able to take advantage of the Knee, Coring and Skin Detail adjustments. In all, you can make fine adjustments to 15 items, which save automatically to three custom...
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Strengths: 20x zoom lens with great stabilizer, XLR inputs, full 16:9 aspect resolution, 24P, 30P, great control over image quality and tonal adjustments including skin detail
Weakness: Front-heavy
This is a great camera, especially if you are doing sports or event videography. It's even better if you're doing mostly tripod-mounted work and you're not used to a heavier camera. However, this is not a good camera for family vacations or heavy heavy hand-held work if you are not used to the size and weight. What makes this camera stand apart from the other pro-sumer cameras is that it has a...
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