Canon DC20 DVD Camcorder

Description: The Canon DC20 is a DVD-RW (8 cm) and DVD-R (8cm)-based, home-movie camcorder.Compared to other home-movie camcorders on the market, it is midpriced at around $620.This product weighs 0.9 pounds and has a sensor resolution of about 2 megapixels.

Pros: Supports manual focus, which helps intermediate users to shoot in hard-to-focus situations.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: Suited for taping important family events.The manufacturer estimates that a fully charged battery will provide 80 minutes of power, though this will vary depending on your usage.This camera's built-in light will make it easier to film in dim environments.

Value: In general, this camcorder's features seem a bit weak for its price, compared to most other camcorders.

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• Manufacturer: Canon USA
• Part Number: 0751B001

• General

• Product Type Camcorder
• Digital Zoom 200 x
• Effective Sensor Resolution 2 megapixels
• Total Pixels 2.2 megapixels
• Optical Sensor Size 1/3.9"
• Optical Sensor Type CCD
• Min Illumination 0 lux
• Digital Video Format MPEG-2
• Special Effects Art, Ball, Cube, Wave, Sepia, Mirror, Mosaic, Color Mask, Black & White
• Image Stabilizer Electronic
• Digital Scene Transition Beam, Flip, Jump, Tide, Puzzle, Zigzag, Wipe fader, Black fader, Corner wipe
• Min Shutter Speed 1/2 sec
• Max Shutter Speed 1/2000 sec
• Shooting Modes Digital photo mode
• Shooting Programs Snow, Beach, Sunset, Fireworks, Spotlight, Night mode, Sports mode, Portrait mode, Stitch assist, Super night mode
• White Balance Presets, Automatic
• White Balance Presets Shade, Daylight, Tungsten light, Fluorescent light (cool white), Fluorescent light (warm white)
• Exposure Modes Program, Automatic, Shutter-priority, Aperture-priority
• Exposure Metering Spot, Evaluative, Center-weighted
• Camera Flash Built-in flash
• Flash Modes Auto mode, Flash OFF mode, Red-eye reduction
• Widescreen Video Capture Yes

• Main Features

• Camcorder Sensor Resolution 2.2 megapixels
• Camcorder Effective Video Resolution 1.2 megapixels
• Camcorder Effective Still Resolution 2 megapixels
• Color Support Color
• Auto Exposure Bracketing 3 steps
• Still Image Format JPEG
• Remote Control Standard remote control
• Media Included Qty 1
• TV Tuner None

• Memory / Storage

• Floppy Drive None
• Image Storage Super-fine JPEG 1632 x 1224 : 9 - With 16MB card, Fine JPEG 1632 x 1224 : 14 - With 16MB card, Normal JPEG 1632 x 1224 : 25 - With 16MB card, Super-fine JPEG 1280 x 960 : 15 - With 16MB card, Fine JPEG 1280 x 960 : 20 - With 16MB card, Normal JPEG 1280 x 960 : 40 - With 16MB card, Super-fine JPEG 640 x 480 : 75 - With 16MB card, Fine JPEG 640 x 480 : 105 - With 16MB card, Normal JPEG 640 x 480 : 170 - With 16MB card
• Media Type DVD-R (8cm), DVD-RW (8 cm)
• Recording Speed LP, SP, XP

• Camera Flash

• Red Eye Reduction Yes

• Lens System

• Type Zoom lens - 4.05 mm - 40.5 mm - F/1.8-2.8
• Focal Length 4.05 mm - 40.5 mm
• Lens Aperture F/1.8-2.8
• Auto Focus Points (Zones) 9
• Optical Zoom 10 x
• Lens system type Zoom lens
• Lens Construction 9 group(s) / 11 element(s)
• Min focal length 4.05 mm
• Max focal length 40.5 mm
• Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
• Features Aspherical lens, Built-in lens shield
• Filter Size 27 mm
• Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 40.6 - 406 mm
• Focus Adjustment Manual, Automatic
• Min Focus Range 0.4 in
• Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive

• Additional Features

• Self Timer Yes
• Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
• Digital Still Camera Function Yes
• Additional Features AE lock, AF lock, DPOF support, Direct print, Auto power save, Date/time stamp, PictBridge support, USB 2.0 compatibility, RGB primary color filter
• Built-in Light Yes
• Remote control Standard remote control
• Software Drivers & Utilities
• Included Accessories Battery pack, Remote control, Lens cap, Hand strap

• Viewfinder

• Viewfinder Type LCD
• Viewfinder Diagonal Size 0.33 in
• Viewfinder Resolution 113,000 pixels

• Display

• Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.5 in - Color

• Digital Player (Recorder)

• Type None

• Microphone

• Type Microphone - Built-in
• Microphone Features Wind noise reduction

• Connections

• Connector Type 1 x USB, 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x S-Video output, 1 x DC power input
• Expansion Slot(s) 1 x miniSD

• Audio Input

• Audio input type Microphone
• Microphone type Built-in
• Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
• Microphone Technology Electret condenser

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included 1, 1 x USB cable, A/V cable

• Power

• Power Device Power adapter - External
• Battery type - Lithium ion
• Run Time (Up To) 80 min

• Battery

• Supported Battery Canon BP-208
• Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year

• Viewfinder / Display

• Display Form Factor Rotating
• Display Format 123,000 pixels
• Viewfinder Color Support Color

• Physical Characteristics

• Width 1.9 in
• Depth 4.8 in
• Height 3.4 in
• Weight 0.9 lbs

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Canon USA

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://estore.usa.canon.com/
• Address: One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY. 11042
• Phone: 516-328-5000
• Email: mediacontact@cusa.canon.com