Canon ZR800 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD
16:9 - 0.5 Megapixel Image - 0.3 Megapixel Video - 35x Optical Zoom - 1000x Digital Zoom - Electronic IS - MPN: 1880B001
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Product Details of Canon ZR800 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD
Description
Whether you're shopping for your first camcorder, or would like to upgrade from analog to digital, the new ZR camcorders are a perfect balance of style, performance and affordability. The ZR digital camcorders give you a brilliant Genuine Canon 35x Optical Zoom lens, Canon's advanced image stabilization system, Widescreen HR recording , DIGIC DV image processing, Joystick controller, and Level and Grid Markers .The results are brilliant video and digital photos that you can easily share with family and friends. The ZR800 has everything you need to enter the world of digital video camcorders including some features that are traditionally found on more expensive models. It provides the user with the perfect combination of style and ease-of-operation that makes it easy to capture life's precious memories.
Summary
Product Title: Canon ZR800 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD
Manufacturer: Canon
Power Score: 3.4 | 11 Reviews
Reviews on Canon ZR800 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD
good for home videos or casual use
Strengths: decent video for the price
Weakness: audio (has background noise from camera in quiet settings), lag in focus when zooming in/out
I purchased this for general usage on trips and on campus. I chose this particular camcorder over similar ones for its mic input capabilities since it would be use to record practice sessions as well. Camcorder is fairly easy to use, fits comfortable in hand and buttons within easy reach even though my hands are on the small side, LCD display can also be swiveled so the people being recorded can...
Nice for the Price
Strengths: Very easy to use, video looks great, mic jack, firewire, reasonably priced
Weakness: none so far
Bought this as a replacement for my old VH-C camcorder, the ZR800 seems so small and light! Video quality is great, no problems with motor noise when playing back thru the computer or tv. Very easy to use-love the joystick control for the menus. Would be nice if it came with a mini DV tape in the box, seems silly to not include one since you can't use the camera without one! So far I'm very...
Easy to use --- great low price
Strengths: Cheap --- And you can not go wrong for the price!
Weakness: You need a Firewire card and cable $70. Microsoft provides the necessary drivers in the XP OS and minimal capture software called "Moviemaker".
I am a new camcorder user and so have no practical experience to bias my opinion one way or another. I bought the Canon because it has facilities for an external microphone. First on the matter of tape drive noise: yes I can hear it if I put the unit up to my ear. But no noticeable noise comes up on actual movie clips when played back through my computer. Second, they claim you can interconnect...
Decent camcorder
Strengths: It takes good quality video
Weakness: It doesn't work very well in low light
This is a decent camcoder worthy of its price. At the price below $200, you get all kinds of features such as image stabilizer, 35x optical zoom, smooth zoom control, worry-free shot control. Its battery last a reasonable period of time after fully charged. Its hand-hold size makes things very convenient. The video quality is excellent. The only thing it doesn't work very well is in low light.
A low cost camcorder with great quality
Strengths: It's small, easy to use and has a lot of features
Weakness: light vision is not very good
Canon produces good quality cameras/camcorders. This is one of them. It's not costly at all but it does have lots of features with 37X. it's small to fit your hand and all buttons are very easy to reach and you adjust it to different angle very easily. The quality is great with no noise in microphone. Its light vision pic is not very good though.
Good Value
Strengths: Value; Compact Size
Weakness: Joystick control
When my old Canon MiniDV broke (tape loading problem) my options were to pay to have it fixed, upgrade to HD, or replace it. With such a low price on this model, the choice was easy. Excellent value and no complaints regarding image quality. The small size allows it to travel easily and built in lens cover is a nice touch. I don't particularly like the joystick control, but it just may take some...
Canon ZR800
THE GOOD: Inexpensive; easy-to-use joystick control; 35x optical zoom; above-average color reproduction; microphone jack. THE BAD: Poor low-light performance; bottom-loading tape compartment; not enough stabilization at maximum zoom; no still image capture. THE BOTTOM LINE: Canons latest entry-level MiniDV camcorder is a great choice for anyone looking to create video on a shoestring budget.
TopReviewGist for Canon ZR800 Mini DV Digital Camcorder
Video is Average according to 9 Camcorder experts. -- "the ZR800 offers solid video quality at a low cost."-reviews.cnet.com -- "above-average color reproduction"-reviews.cnet.com -- "Colors were relatively accurate and details were reasonably sharp."-reviews.cnet.com Read more to find expert opinions on more features like Optics, Battery, Interface, etc.
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Canon Zr800 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 1.73 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #32 Flash 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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Excellent budget camcorder!
Strengths: Price! Ease of use!
Weakness: Audio not so great!
I got this camcorder from Sears on clearance, and I couldn't be happier. For the money it is an excellent value for a middle of the road camcorder. My only gripe is that the audio is a little noisy, but besides that, it is a bargain, especially if you can find it below MSRP!