Canon Optura 500 Mini DV Camcorder

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Along with the 2.2 Megapixel CCDs, Canon is strongly pushing the still features of the new camcorders. Particularly emphasized are... Read More

Along with the 2.2 Megapixel CCDs, Canon is strongly pushing the still features of the new camcorders. Particularly emphasized are Canon's set of photo features which they label DV Photo Plus. This package integrates Canon's optics, large pixel count CCD, DIGIC DV Processor, and Print and Share feature. Both camcorders come with a built-in flash, a continuous shooting mode, selectable focus points, auto exposure bracketing, and a photo review feature. Minimize

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Key Features
Recording System	NTSC
Camcorder Type	Digital
Recording Media	Mini DV
Optical Zoom	10x
Weight	1 lb.
CCD
Sensor Size	1/3.4"
Number of Pixels	2200K pixels
Sensor Quantity	1
LCD / Viewfinder
LCD Screen Size	2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder	With Color Viewfinder
Display Type	With LCD Screen
Lens
Optical Zoom	10x
Focal Length	4.7 - 47 mm
Attachment / Filter Size	30.5 mm
Digital Zoom	200x
Video Modes
Recording Speeds	SP • LP
Low Lux	1.1 Lux
Image Stabilizer	With Image Stabilizer
Recommended Illumination	100 Lux
Audio
Audio Format	12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
Memory Photography
MPEG Movie Mode Resolution	352 x 288
Digital Still Shot Mode	With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution	1.23 Megapixels
Memory Card Support	SD Card • Multimedia Card (MMC)
Max Still Image Size	1280 x 960
MPEG Movie Mode	With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Microphone Type	Internal • External/Optional
Output Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • USB 2.0 • FireWire / DV / i.Link
Input Interfaces	Audio (RCA)
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life	Up to 1.5 Hours
Dimensions
Weight	1 lb.
Depth	4 in.
Height	4.2 in.
Width	2.1 in.
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Canon Optura
UPC	013803040920
Release Date	July, 2004
Included Accessories	Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • 8 MB Memory Card • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control
Product MPN
MPN	OPTURA500

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By: green-z
Oct 4, 2004

Optura 500: Far from perfect, but still the best

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Pros: Ultra compact DV camcorder with top notch Canon optics

Cons: Expensive price due to feature bloat; plastic feel; poor battery life

Bottom Line:
The Optura 500 is in a class by itself. No other ultra-compact DV camcorder offers the high optical quality and features like built-in light in this price range. Read More

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