Manufacturer: Canon USA Part number: 3543B001
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Product brief
Description: The Canon ZR960 is a MiniDV-based, ultra-compact camcorder.Compared to other ultra-compact camcorders on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $250.
Pros: Has a 37x optical zoom.
Cons: None noted, given available product data.
Suitability: An ultra-compact camcorder, suited for on-the-fly shooting.
Value: In view of its relatively inexpensive price, this camcorder has great features for the money.
Suggestions: For more help selecting the right digital camcorder, visit CNET Reviews' buying guide.
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Specifications
- Manufacturer: Canon USA
- Part Number: 3543B001
General
- Product Type Camcorder
- Digital Zoom 2000 x
- Total Pixels 6.8 megapixels
- Optical Sensor Size 1/6"
- Optical Sensor Type CCD
- Min Illumination 1.3 lux
- Analog Video Format NTSC
- Image Stabilizer Electronic
- Max Shutter Speed 1/2000 sec
- Shooting Modes Normal movie mode
- Shooting Programs Snow, Beach, Sunset, Fireworks, Spotlight, Night mode, Sports mode, Portrait mode
- White Balance Custom, Presets, Automatic
- White Balance Presets Daylight, Tungsten light
- Exposure Modes Program, Automatic, Shutter-priority
- Widescreen Video Capture Yes
Main Features
- Color Support Color
- TV Tuner None
Memory / Storage
- Floppy Drive None
- Media Type Mini DV
- Recording Speed LP, SP
Lens System
- Type Zoom lens - 2.6 mm - 96.2 mm - F/2.0-5.2
- Focal Length 2.6 mm - 96.2 mm
- Lens Aperture F/2.0-5.2
- Optical Zoom 37 x
- Lens system type Zoom lens
- Min focal length 2.6 mm
- Max focal length 96.2 mm
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Features Built-in lens shield
- Filter Size 30.5 mm
- Focus Adjustment Automatic
- Min Focus Range 0.4 in
- Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
Additional Features
- Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
- Additional Features DIGIC DV image processor, Widescreen HR recording, Image stabilizer
- Software Drivers & Utilities
- Included Accessories Battery pack, Compact power adapter, Stereo video cable
Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type LCD
- Viewfinder Diagonal Size 0.27 in
- Viewfinder Resolution 123,000 pixels
Display
- Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7 in - Color
Digital Player (Recorder)
- Type None
Microphone
- Type Microphone - Built-in
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x Microphone, 1 x Headphones
Audio Input
- Audio input type Microphone
- Microphone type Built-in
Miscellaneous
- Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
- Cables Included 1, A/V cable
Power
- Power Device Power adapter - External
- Battery type - Lithium ion
Battery
- Supported Battery Canon BP-2L5
- Supported Battery 1 x Canon BP-2L5 Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
Viewfinder / Display
- Display Form Factor Rotating
- Display Format 112,000 pixels
- Viewfinder Color Support Color
Physical Characteristics
- Width 2.7 in
- Depth 4.8 in
- Height 3.3 in
- Weight 13.8 oz
Manufacturer info
- Canon USA
- Manufacturer profile
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- Website: http://estore.usa.canon.com/
- Address: One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY. 11042
- Phone: 516-328-5000
- Email: mediacontact@cusa.canon.com



