Canon DC22 DVD Camcorder

Description: The Canon DC22 is a DVD-RW (8 cm) and DVD-R (8cm)-based, consumer camcorder.Compared to other consumer camcorders on the market, it is midpriced at around $500.It ships with Canon ZoomBrowser EX, Canon ImageBrowser, Canon PhotoStitch, and Roxio my DVD software.

Pros: Offers manual focus control, whereas many camcorders have only auto-focus.In addition, frequent travelers will appreciate how relatively little it weighs, only 14.5 ounces.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: Built for those who want the perks of a DVD-recordable disc but don't mind the compromises.This camera's built-in light will make it easier to film in dim environments.

Value: In general, this camcorder's features are in line with its price.

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• Manufacturer: Canon USA
• Part Number: 1188B001

• General

• Product Type Camcorder
• Digital Zoom 200 x
• Optical Sensor Size 1/3.9"
• Optical Sensor Type CCD
• Min Illumination 1 lux
• 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, Corner wipe
• Min Shutter Speed 1/6 sec
• Max Shutter Speed 1/2000 sec
• Shooting Modes Digital photo mode
• Shooting Programs Snow, Beach, Sunset, Fireworks, Spotlight, TV screen, Night mode, Sports mode, Portrait mode
• White Balance Presets, Automatic
• Exposure Modes Program, Automatic, Shutter-priority, Aperture-priority
• Camera Flash Built-in flash
• Widescreen Video Capture Yes

• Main Features

• Camcorder Sensor Resolution 2.2 megapixels
• Camcorder Effective Still Resolution 2 megapixels
• Color Support Color
• Still Image Format JPEG
• TV Tuner None

• Memory / Storage

• Supported Flash Memory SD Memory Card
• Floppy Drive None
• Image Storage JPEG 640 x 480, JPEG 1440 x 1080, JPEG 1920 x 1080
• Media Type DVD-R (8cm), DVD-RW (8 cm)
• Recording Speed LP, ELP

• Lens System

• Type Zoom lens - 4.05 mm - 40.5 mm - F/1.8
• Focal Length 4.05 mm - 40.5 mm
• Lens Aperture F/1.8
• Optical Zoom 10 x
• Lens system type Zoom lens
• Min focal length 4.05 mm
• Max focal length 40.5 mm
• Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
• 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
• Built-in Light Yes
• Additional Features DPOF support, Direct print, PictBridge support, USB 2.0 compatibility, Backlight compensation, RGB primary color filter, Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording
• Software Roxio My DVD, Canon PhotoStitch, Canon ImageBrowser, Drivers & Utilities, Canon ZoomBrowser EX

• Viewfinder

• Viewfinder Type LCD
• Viewfinder Diagonal Size 0.27 in
• Viewfinder Resolution 123,000 pixels

• Display

• Type LCD display - 2.7 in

• Digital Player (Recorder)

• Type None

• Connections

• Connector Type 1 x USB

• System Requirements for PC Connection

• Operating System Support MS Windows ME, MS Windows XP, MS Windows 2000, MS Windows 98 SE, Apple Mac OS X 10.1.5 - 10.3
• Peripheral Devices USB port, XGA monitor, CD-ROM drive

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included USB cable

• Power

• Power Device Power adapter - External

• Battery

• Supported Battery Canon BP-208
• Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery - 850 mAh ( Included )

• Viewfinder / Display

• Display Form Factor Rotating
• Display Format 123,000 pixels

• Physical Characteristics

• Width 2 in
• Depth 5 in
• Height 3.6 in
• Weight 14.5 oz

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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