Canon XH A1 Digital Camcorder - 2.8" LCD - CCD
16:9 - 4.7 Megapixel Video - 20x Optical Zoom - Optical IS - 16 MB Secure Digital SD Card Included - MPN: 1191B001
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The excellence of the XH A1 begins with its Genuine Canon 20x HD zoom lens with Professional L Series Fluorite. Super-Range Optical Image Stabilization corrects for a wide range of camera movement and vibration, and Instant AF ensures ultra-quick, accurate focus. The DIGIC DV II HD image processor then ensures improved color reproduction and noise reduction - for a final result that is the zenith of image quality. If you need advanced image control, the XH A1 gives you features that let you make manual adjustments to fine-tune your video. If you prefer to concentrate on your subject and let your camcorder take care of exposure and image controls, the XH A1 let you do that as well. With a wide range of features and optional accessories, the XH A1 is a versatile, flexible and powerful performer that is sure to meet your uncompromising standards.
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Product Title: Canon XH A1 Digital Camcorder - 2.8" LCD - CCD
Manufacturer: Canon
Lowest Price: $3,699.99
Power Score: 4.4 | 15 Reviews
Reviews on Canon XH A1 Digital Camcorder - 2.8" LCD - CCD
Maybe the best entry level professional HD...
Strengths: =Price for pro =Great lens =3 CCD =HD =Customization settings =Mic inputs: phantom power, line level and mic level =Handle on the top for low angle shots =Recording controls on side and top
Weakness: =Large for travel. =Software time split did not work. =Captures at 1440x1080; not the full 1920x1080. =Stores video MPEG2 while AVCHD may be better.
The Canon XH A1 is a beautiful camera and one of the best prices for professional features. It has a great lens, 3 CCD, and HD recording capability. The camera provides many more customization settings than I may ever use. I was afraid of the size, but it does not feel as big as the measurements. However, fitting it in a box for transportation requires something rather large. The handle on the...
Great Cam
Strengths: Dependable white balance on full auto mode; Great Picture quality, great in doors under natural and low-light situations. Low Noise.
Weakness: Could be shoulder mountable for added stability.
Great Camera... Great Picture... Could make the ND filtering automatic... Being hand held, it lacks the stability of a shoulder mounted cam... Fast Focusing, and lens. Controlls are many, and a little confusing at first, but if you are used to canon products, you will catch on fast.
An incredible HD camera
Strengths: Superlative image quality, virtually every parameter can be customized, 24f mode, long battery life, excellent low light performance, well balanced
Weakness: Bulky enough that it can't be hand held for a sustained period of time, it requires either a tripod or shoulder support, overall build and controls feel a little flimsy w/ hollow plastic feel to it.
I looked at similar models made by Panasonic HVX200, Sony HVR V1U & JVC GY110 and decided to go with the Canon XH A1 due in large parts to its very sharp and natural looking image quality. The MSRP is very competitive and offers many pro-settings. Ergonomics could be improved but the camera is easy to use even in manual mode.
Top HDV camcorder in its class
Strengths: Canon L-series 20X optical zoom HD lens, manual iris ring control on lens, gain switch, color bars switch, white balance switch, white balance color temp fine tuning, high res display, and more
Weakness: 30F and 24F frame modes are not widely supported, they should have just recorded the frame mode in a standard video signal format that can be imported by all NLE's and DTE devices
Overall, this is a fantastic HDV camcorder in this class. I'd buy another one if I needed a second HDV camcorder. Some more things I wish it had: 1. Separate audio level controls for channel 1 and 2 when you are splitting input 1 to both channels. Often pro's like to set one channel a few dB lower than the other to have a safety track in case one of them overloads. 2. 30p and 24p modes that can...
A Superb HDV Prosumer Camera
Strengths: Accurate gain control with reduced noise. Capacity to record and shoot still images simultaneously. Cine look and feel (color range and frame rate). PAL/NTSC upgrade.
Weakness: No interchangeable lens. Zoom speed on the handle combersome to adjust. Still picture may look slightly different from what you see in the viewfinder/LCD when camera features such as gain are active.
I like the fact that you can shoot right off the bat without the need to adjust the multiple parameters that come with it. Viewfinder is relatively small for a prosumer camera like this one, but LCD is bright enough and with extraordinary resolution. Having three rings (Focus/Zoom/Iris) on the lens is a big plus. Overall it is a cost-effective camera for prosumers compared to other competitors...
Excellent Camera for the price!
Strengths: Great picture. Impressive array of options, including preset focus and zoom. Easy handling. Good sound. All around fantastic package.
Weakness: The only way to shift from XLR audio inputs to line mic.shotgun seems to be through the menu, which is tedious and time consuming. It would be great if there were an easy-access switch.
I am stunned how much this camera has to offer for the price. It really is the "next generaton" - a leap that will allow aspiring filmmakers into the HDV market, and hopefully bring a fresh point of view to the business. Take the time (if you're new to video) to learn all of the buttons and what they do. It is a very powerful tool in the right hands.
Canon XH-A1 Mini DV Camcorder
Strengths: crystal picture
Weakness: None
This camcorder is the best camera i ever gotton. It has alot of high-tech stuff on it and it is pretty light for a big camera. Also the lens are really good.
Canon makes a great manual everything camera...
Strengths: HD, Great Manual Controls for the look of the image, sharp LCD.
Weakness: Default controls need to be manipulated to get better image quality.
This camera almost has it all for an all-around camera. It's size is adequate for handheld, LCD is sharp and adjustable, and manual controls are everywhere for complete control. The image out of the box is great in HD, but for SD you might want to adjust the default picture controls to your specifications or to other cameras. Also make sure you manipulate the image quality if you are shooting at...
Canon XH A1
THE GOOD: Excellent video quality; extremely customizable; great lens and optical stabilizer; fast focus. THE BAD: No 720p recording capability; coarse, low-resolution LCD. THE BOTTOM LINE: Canons XH A1 and XH G1 are excellent camcorders for entry-level professionals and independent filmmakers, with hard-to-beat prices for what they offer.
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The Canon XH-A1 is a high definition camcorder from Canon designed for the professional or serious-non professional. It is capable of shooting full 1080p resolution and features a Genuine Canon 20x HD zoom lens with Professional L Series Fluorite. The Super-Range Optical Image Stabilization corrects camera movement and vibration while the Instant AF (Auto Focus) gives an ultra-quick, accurate...
TopBest HDV Camcorder For Outdoors
Video is Good according to 6 Camcorder experts. -- "Video performance is very good with the Canon XH A1 thanks to the inclusion of three 1/3" CCDs."-testfreaks.com -- "Excellent video quality."-reviews.cnet.com -- "With the three 1/3" (1440 x 1080 pixels) CCDs, the image quality is very pleasing."-videomaker.com Read more to find expert opinions on more features like Optics, Battery, Interface,...
TopBest Professional and Prosumer Camcorders
Bestcovery experts have rated the Canon XH-A1 Mini DV Camcorder as the Best Professional and Prosumer Camcorders. Bestcovery's experts recommend the best products and services for a particular need based on extensive research and evaluations. Click below to see Bestcovery's full review of this product.
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Canon Xh A1 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 3.67 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #2 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...
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Strengths: This camera has a 20X zoom which is great for what I use it for (Outdoor Filming). It is light and has all the setting adjustments you could ask for.
Weakness: With all the buttons and setting adjustments it could get very complicated. Study your manual hard!
Overall it is an awesome camera. The quality of the footage I have taken so far is top notch. Being in the outdoor industry I believe this camera is the best out there for the price! I would definitely buy it again!