Canon ZR70MC Mini DV Camcorder

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Designed for point and shoot simplicity, Canon's ZR70 MC camcorder allows everyone to great results without any effort at all. Its... Read More

Designed for point and shoot simplicity, Canon's ZR70 MC camcorder allows everyone to great results without any effort at all. Its extensive feature set is complimented by a sleek, cutting-edge design which allows you to shoot crisp, vibrant video and life-like digital photos just by pressing a single button.Perfect for sporting events, features include a 22X optical zoom/440X digital zoom, motion JPEG movie, super night mode, an advanced accessory shoe for powering a microphone or video light and selectable color light-up buttons. It also includes a wide-attachment and an extended life battery. Even when the light has faded, you can keep on shooting with super night mode and low light plus mode. The assist lamp lights up to illuminate the subject allowing you to capture the action without turning the lights on.You can send an analog video signal from a TV, VCR or a camcorder into the ZR70 MC and record it onto a DV tape, or convert the analog signal into digital signal, for direct transfer to digital video d Minimize

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Key Features
Recording System	NTSC
Camcorder Type	Digital
Recording Media	Mini DV
Optical Zoom	22x
Weight	1.2 lb.
CCD
Sensor Size	1/6"
Number of Pixels	680K 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	22x
Focal Length	2.8 - 61.6 mm
Attachment / Filter Size	30.5 mm
Digital Zoom	440x
Video Modes
Recording Speeds	SP • LP
Low Lux	1.6 Lux
Image Stabilizer	With Image Stabilizer
Recommended Illumination	100 Lux
Audio
Audio Format	12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
Memory Photography
Digital Still Shot Mode	With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution	0.79 Megapixels
Memory Card Support	SD Card • Multimedia Card (MMC)
Max Still Image Size	1024 x 768
MPEG Movie Mode	With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Microphone Type	External/Optional
Output Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB • Headphones Jack
Input Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life	Up to 3 Hours
Dimensions
Weight	1.2 lb.
Depth	5.8 in.
Height	4.1 in.
Width	2.3 in.
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Canon ZR
UPC	013803024128
Included Accessories	2 x AA Batteries • Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • 8 MB Memory Card • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control • Lens Cap
Product MPN
MPN	ZR70MC

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By: dean1rj
Feb 28, 2004

Great Price on a Very Good Camera

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Pros: Great Zoom Capabilities 22X, Above average sound, Great compact size, dual recording format.

Cons: picture a little dull in low light situations, need to buy the add on light.

Bottom Line:
Great Features (Zoom, extended life battery, wide angle, video&still pics) for the best price in it's class! A must buy Read More

By: johnc66
Dec 15, 2003

High-Quality, Oodles of Features, Great Price, Shop No More...

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Pros: Too many to list

Cons: None.

Bottom Line:
Best value for the money. Absolutely nothing negative about this camcorder. A feature laden camcorder in a compact package that delivers both solid performance and bang for the buck. Read More

By: yoopino
Oct 9, 2006

Canon Takes Care of its Customers

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Pros: Easy to use, light weight, crisp clean picture, it's a Canon

Cons: Battery life is short Read More

By: john_rench
Feb 18, 2005

Thumbs Up on Canon ZR70MC Mini DV

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Pros: DV/SDmemory, Zoom, ergonomics, compact size, supplied 0.6x attachment, photo/video feature

Cons: a little heavy (negligible), no flash (camera does well despite this) Read More

By: shirl6
Aug 24, 2003

Nice camera. Bum rap on motor noise?

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Pros: Zoom, image stabilization, audio dubbing, analog conversion

Cons: None yet.

Bottom Line:
Well worth the money. Read More

By: king_sal
Dec 26, 2003

They Make Camcorders Too?

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Pros: Features, Looks, Friendly, Digital

Cons: Battery Time, No Built-In Light

Bottom Line:
Canon has a good camcorder with lots of good things and a few downsides. Read More

By: frednewjr
Sep 13, 2003

Good Camcorder for the price

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Pros: Many features at a low price. Compact size. Ease of Use.

Cons: Poor night shots. Battery life could be longer.

Bottom Line:
If you want many features with a great zoom, get it. The night shot mode is something that could use improving. A lot of camcorder for the money. Read More

By: bigmattyd
Mar 25, 2004