Canon VIXIA HF R10 (Black)
8GB SSD black VIXIA high definition digital camcorder
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The looking glass
One of the best features on this camera will likely go unnoticed by you for years. Why you ask? Well, because it's something that only shows up with time. The lens on this digital camcorder is glass. Why does that matter? Well, on most cameras in this price range, a plastic lens is used to lower the cost. For the most part, the plastic lenses work just fine, and while they might not be quite as great, there's usually not a significant difference between the camera with the glass lens and the plastic one. But that changes with time. After you've owned a camera with a plastic lens for a while, you'll begin to notice a slight yellowing of your footage. That's great if you're shooting a movie with a sepia effect, but for the soccer games, school programs, and birthday parties you want to capture, not so much. Plus, a plastic lens is easier to scratch. Considering the quality and value of this VIXIA, it's a pretty safe bet that you'll have it for a while. Invest in a camera that will last with the HF R10.
A wonderful contradiction
The VIXIA HF R10 can take video snapshots. If that sounds like a contradiction, you're right. Usually you either have a single snapshot or a video clip. But in this case, you'll love the contradictory combination of the two. Basically, you can take two-, four-, or six-second video clips, and add music for a great moving slideshow. This is the sort of effect that would have taken hours of video editing to build a slideshow with before. But now, it's super easy, and simply amazing to see your pictures come to life right before your eyes. But the contradictions continue. Let's say you're watching a video, and you see something that would make the perfect snapshot. With most camcorders, that means uploading the footage to your computer, finding the spot, and using the software to get a snapshot. But with the VIXIA HF R10, it's a lot simpler than that. As you're playing back your footage, simply press the snapshot button, and a frame will be saved to the camera. Aren't contradictions fun?
Forget your memory?
So you went to the play almost an hour early to get a good shot for filming. You set up the tripod to ensure that you capture every line with an inhumanly-steady hand. You charged the battery to ensure you'd capture everything from the moment the curtain lifts to the final bows. You're really excited to show your friends and family the footage once the play is over. The auditorium quiets, the lights dim, and a single spotlight shines on the curtain. You press record, and . . . no tape inserted. Well, there goes your whole plan. Luckily with the VIXIA HF R10, that's not a problem. It uses SD memory cards, so you could just get a 32GB card and record show after game after event without running out of space. But if you forget the card at home while transferring video to the computer, no worries. You're still covered by the camera's 8GB of internal memory. That's enough space to hold about an hour of Full HD video, or up to three hours of standard-definition content. So if you forget the card, rest assured, you're covered. And since it's flash memory, it's much less likely your internal hard drive will be damaged by the jostle of everyday life. And if you're thinking that transferring video or photos to your computer would be a pain, consider this: you can easily transfer content from the internal hard drive to memory cards. Two words: Disaster. Averted.
Welcome to the future
Just because you're not filming the next Avatar doesn't mean HD is a waste. After all, you watch wacky reality shows in HD, so why should your family videos be less important? When people watch your next home production, are they going to say "Wow!" or will they ask when it was filmed? The 90's are over, so ditch the grainy look. With the VIXIA HF R10, you can get video up to Full HD 1920 x 1080, the best video resolution that's commercially available. And when you do feel like taking on a more artistic video project, you can recreate the look of film with 24p and 30p video modes. Get with the times; go HD.
What's in the box?
Your purchase of the black VIXIA HF R10 from Vanns.com includes all of the following: A composite A/V cable, a USB cable, a power adapter, a battery, a component video cable, Pixela ImageMixer 3SE video editing software, a music CD, and a digital video solution disc. Oh, yeah, and of course the camera is included.
Review
Great HD (April 06, 2011)
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Reviewed By: David L. - Ennis, MT
I love the ease of use that this Canon HD Video camera brings to the table. I use mine to video me sculpting, so I can share with others, what I know and the techniques I use to create finished bronze sculptures.
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Canon digital camcorder (February 16, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Irina V. - Charleston, SC
This is my first digital camcorder and the picture quality is excellent compared to past non digital recorders i have owned.
I also purchased an 8 gb card so I have more than enough recording time.
The camera is simple to use...I am not a genius when it comes to these devices...and so far I have not encountered any problems.
I say it is a good entry level item with canon quality.
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Canon Digital Camcorders VIXIA HF R10 (June 06, 2010)
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Reviewed By: Kathleen C. - Bozeman, MT
Wonderful Camcorder, small enough to handle and carry with ease. Easy to use, and I am having great fun with it.
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VIXHIA HF R10 (May 06, 2010)
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Reviewed By: Dave S. - Butte, MT
I love this camera. Took it out of the box charged it up and it worked just great. The 8g solid state hard drive will only hold about 1 hour of Video when shooting 1080P. The software is easy to use but takes a lot of processing and memory to run on your pc.This camera is easy to use and i would recommend this for any one.
Comparison Specifications
- 20x optical zoom power; 400x digital zoom power
- Image sensor: 1/5.5" CMOS, RGB primary color filter
- 2.7" widescreen color LCD (Approximately 112,000 dots)
- Outputs: USB v2.0 high-speed, component video output, composite video output, mini-pin AV/headphone terminal, HDMI mini-terminal
- Stabilization: Dynamic electronic image stabilization
- Programmed AE: Smart Auto, P, Cine, Portrait, Sports, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Night Scene, Low Light, Spotlight, Fireworks
- Minimum illumination: 0.4 lx (Low Light mode)
- Manual exposure option
- Shoots still images; Shoots video snapshots with music (2, 4, or 8 seconds)
Additional Specifications
- Recording formats: MPEG4-AVC, H.264
- Full HD recording
- 8GB internal flash memory
- SD card slot
- Focal length: f3.0 to 60mm (35mm equivalent 40 to 800mm)
- Focus: Instant AF, Face Priority AF, Through-The-Lens
- 60i frame rate recording
- Includes Pixela ImageMixer 3SE software
- Zoom speed: Variable; 3 fixed zoom speeds
- Maximum f/stop: f/1.8 to 3.6
Manufacturer Specifications
- Maximum shutter speed: 1/2000 (movie); 1/500 (still image)
- Genuine glass lens
- 24p and 30p frame modes
- DiGiC DV III
- PictBridge
- Image capture from recorded video
- Minimum focusing distance: 10mm (wide); 1m (tele)
- White balance: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent H, Fluorescent, Manual
- Microphone mini-pin inputs
Dimensional Specifications
- Approximate dimensions: 2.4" W x 2.5" H x 4.9" D
- Approximate weight (with battery pack and memory card): 11.5 oz
Canon VIXIA HF R10 Warranty Details
1-year limited manufacturer's warranty
