Canon Optura 40 Mini DV Camcorder

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Product MPN
MPN	9544a003
Key Features
Camcorder Type	Digital
Recording Format	Mini DV
Recording System	NTSC
Sensor Quantity	1
Memory Still Resolution	2 Megapixels
Optical Zoom	14x
Weight	1.3 lb.
Family Line	Canon Optura
CCD
Sensor Quantity	1
Sensor Size	1/3.4"
Number of Pixels	2200K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type	With LCD Panel
LCD Panel Size	2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder	With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom	14x
Digital Zoom	280x
Lens Focal Length	4.8 - 67.2 mm
Filter Diameter	34 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed	SP • LP
Image Stabilizer	With Image Stabilizer
Recommended Illumination	100 Lux
Low Lux	1.1 Lux
Audio
Audio Format	12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
Memory Photography
Memory Card Type	SD Card • Multimedia Card (MMC)
Digital Still Shot Mode	With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution	2 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size	1632 x 1224
MPEG Movie Mode	Without MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Output Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA)
Input Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink • USB
Microphone Type	Installed
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life	3.75 Hours
Dimensions
Width	3 in.
Depth	5.3 in.
Height	3.2 in.
Weight	1.3 lb.
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories	Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • 8 MB Memory Card • AC Power Adapter
UPC	013803040906

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By: hawaiiantexan
Jul 17, 2004

Terrific video and digital photos with Optura 40

Author's Rating:

Pros: Excellent day video and digital photo quality, colors are amazing.

Cons: Grainy in low light, short battery life

Bottom Line:
High quality video and photos. Read More

By: cajc1008
Mar 5, 2005

Very Good Camcorder

Author's Rating:

Pros: video quality, manual controls, feel

Cons: video light, night mode

Bottom Line:
The camcorder has excellent video quality and versatility for this price range. The minor shortcomings won't keep me from recommending this camera. Read More

By: tomogden
Nov 29, 2004

Top Notch for It's Class

Author's Rating:

Pros: - Great color - Great resolution - Excellent all around features

Cons: - Slows down in dim light - Buy another battery

Bottom Line:
If you're looking for a mini-DV camcorder for under $1,000, I would strongly recommend the Optura 40. Read More

By: igads
Feb 10, 2005

Great camcorder with plenty of options.

Author's Rating:

Pros: Small, light weight, multiple settings, excellent zoom and quality shot.

Cons: Tape got caught when I didn't rewind or roll the tape before ejecting.

Bottom Line:
Great consumer camcorder. If you want more go "prosumer". If you want more accessories, buy them separate. Read More

By: homeallday
May 27, 2004

Lots of Features But A Low Light Loser

Author's Rating:

Pros: small, top loading, great still photos with built in flash, infrared light, networking via WinXP

Cons: same lousy indoor performance as every consumer DV cam, image stabilizer causes video 'lag'

Bottom Line:
Great consumer camcorder if 85% of your video is outdoors. Basic indoor image quality and image stabilization still poor. Nice compact design, great still image features on a camcorder. Read More

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