Canon DC330

Description: The Canon DC330 is a DVD-R DL (8 cm), DVD-RW (8 cm), and DVD-R (8cm)-based, consumer camcorder.Compared to other consumer camcorders on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $395.

Pros: Has a 37x optical zoom, which is more powerful than some similarly priced camcorders.Weighing a little over a pound without battery or media, this camcorder is reasonably portable.

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.

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

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• Manufacturer: Canon USA
• Part Number: 2689B001

• General

• Product Type Camcorder
• Optical Sensor Size 1/6"
• Optical Sensor Type CCD
• Min Illumination 2 lux
• Special Effects Vivid, Neutral, Skin Detail
• Image Stabilizer Electronic
• Shooting Modes Digital photo mode
• Shooting Programs Snow, Beach, Sunset, Fireworks, Spotlight, Night mode, Sports mode, Portrait mode
• Exposure Modes Program, Automatic
• Widescreen Video Capture Yes

• Main Features

• Camcorder Sensor Resolution 1.07 megapixels
• Camcorder Effective Still Resolution 0.8 megapixels
• Color Support Color
• Auto Exposure Bracketing 3 steps in 1/2 EV step
• Still Image Format JPEG
• Remote Control Camcorder remote control
• TV Tuner None

• Memory / Storage

• Supported Flash Memory MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card
• Floppy Drive None
• Media Type DVD-R (8cm), DVD-RW (8 cm), DVD-R DL (8 cm)
• Recording Speed LP, SP, XP

• 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
• Auto Focus Points (Zones) 9
• 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
• Focus Adjustment Automatic
• Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive

• Additional Features

• Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
• Digital Still Camera Function Yes
• Additional Features PictBridge support, USB 2.0 compatibility, Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording
• Remote control Camcorder remote control

• Viewfinder

• Viewfinder Type LCD
• Viewfinder Diagonal Size 0.35 in
• Viewfinder Resolution 114,000 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 Composite video/audio output, 1 x USB
• Expansion Slot(s) 1 x SD Memory Card

• Audio Input

• Audio input type Microphone
• Microphone type Built-in
• Microphone Operation Mode Stereo

• Miscellaneous

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

• Power

• Power Device Power adapter - External

• Battery

• Supported Battery Canon NB-2LH
• Supported Battery 1 x Canon NB-2LH 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 112,000 pixels
• Viewfinder Color Support Color

• Physical Characteristics

• Width 2.6 in
• Depth 5 in
• Height 3.5 in
• Weight 13.4 oz

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