Canon Optura 20 Mini DV Camcorder

The Optura 20/Optura 10 has a personality all its own. It is highly intelligent, yet its remarkably easy to use. Its sleek, cutting edge design totally meshes with you and your lifestyle. Versatility is at its core. It produces video which blurs the line between reality and your TV screen. Camera-inspired features open the door to a photographic world filled with flexibility, control, and excitement. Connectivity is as simple as it is extensive. New imaging opportunities are not only possible, they are yours for the taking Minimize

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Manufacturer: Canon

Product MPN
MPN	8528a001aa
Key Features
Camcorder Type	Digital
Recording Format	Mini DV
Recording System	NTSC
Sensor Quantity	1
Memory Still Resolution	1.23 Megapixels
Optical Zoom	16x
Weight	1.4 lb.
CCD
Sensor Quantity	1
Sensor Size	1/4"
Number of Pixels	1330K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type	With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size	3.5 in.
Color Viewfinder	With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom	16x
Digital Zoom	320x
Lens Focal Length	4 - 64 mm
Filter Diameter	37 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed	SP • LP
Image Stabilizer	With Image Stabilizer
Recommended Illumination	100 Lux
Low Lux	0.5 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	1.23 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size	1280 x 960
MPEG Movie Mode	With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Output Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link
Input Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink
Microphone Type	Installed
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life	2.5 Hours
Dimensions
Width	3 in.
Depth	7.3 in.
Height	3.6 in.
Weight	1.4 lb.
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Canon Optura
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
UPC	013803027181

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By: lambchops
Feb 3, 2004

Canon Optura 20: Easy, Functional, and Fun!

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Pros: Very simple to use, connect, and "fiddle" with...

Cons: The battery could be better, but I know this one is better than most...

Bottom Line:
If you like useful gadgets then the Optura 20 is right up your alley. Read More

By: joel0104sarah
Jun 10, 2004

Way better than a Sony anything ...

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Pros: -quality stills, lightweight, BIG SCREEN

Cons: -no green "nightshot" mode

Bottom Line:
I recommend Canon in general over Sony. This camera is next to perfect. Read More

By: hb22
Aug 28, 2003

Another great Canon product

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Pros: Compact Great Design Excellent picture quality Easy to operate

Cons: None

Bottom Line:
I would buy it again any day. Read More

By: hockeycrazy
Mar 5, 2005

No Regrets

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Pros: impeccable sound and video, no problems for 1.5 years, grandparents happy as clams

Cons: low light setting

By: aniltb
Oct 19, 2003

Best value for your buck!!!

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Pros: High optical zoom, great normal light video quality and good stills for a camcorder!!!

Cons: Low light video too choppy. Low-light LED should have been operable at adjustable shutter speeds!!!

By: tescat
Jul 6, 2004

A high-end camera for a mid-range price!

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Pros: Near-broadcast quality video, ease of use, accessory hot shoe, large LCD, excellent features.

Cons: Bottom-loading tape, non-extendable view finder, larger than pocket-size.

Bottom Line:
A high-end camera at a mid-range price. With near broadcast-quality video and features you'd expect from a camera costing twice as much, this camera is an incredible value! Read More

By: mrac
Jun 18, 2003

Good camcorder for outdoor usage

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Pros: Compact, easy to use

Cons: Has trouble focus in low light, built-in light works in S.Night mode only

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If you'll use it mostly outdoor, this is good inexpensive alternative. Read More

By: maltfort
Jan 10, 2004

Motor noise ruins that great camera !

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Pros: Great picture, lots of manual settings, comfortable to handle.

Cons: Motor noise picked up by built in mic; 16:9 feature useless when shooting.

Bottom Line:
You can shop around to find a camcorder with better audio (less noisy motor) but you will not find any with that picture quality and all these features Read More

By: duraflex
Sep 25, 2004