top of page
advertisement
Find your Product
See your recent searches
 

Everything you need: unbiased reviews, product specs and great deals.

Canon ZR50MC Camcorders

Canon ZR50MC Mini DV Camcorder

Enter the world of DV and realize truly amazing picture and sound quality. Images reaching up to 500-line horizontal resolution reveal... Read More
Enter the world of DV and realize truly amazing picture and sound quality. Images reaching up to 500-line horizontal resolution reveal stunning detail and clarity. Clearly superior quality than even the best analog camcorders, by 20% at least, and free from annoying color noise. DV is the right format, right now!The ZR50 MC takes advantage of the latest digital video technology, yet is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand. Sporting a sleek body design, and an extensive list of features, this camcorder provides exceptional results, and is remarkably easy to use. Canon's attention to detail guarantees a flawless shooting experience, seamless connectivity, and endless creativity. ZR50 MC features selectable-color light-up buttons above the LCD panel, adding a touch of fun while also making it possible to play back cassettes when in dark surroundings. Minimize

There are no offers for this product available from our stores at this time.

See other "Camcorders"

Manufacturer: Canon
Product MPN
MPN ZR50MC
Key Features
Camcorder Type   What is "Camcorder Type"? Digital
Recording Format   What is "Recording Format"? Mini DV
Recording System   What is "Recording System"? NTSC
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? 1
Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 22x
Weight 1.17 lb.
CCD
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? 1
Sensor Size 1/6"
Number of Pixels   What is "Number of Pixels"? 460K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type   What is "Display Type"? With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size   What is "LCD Panel Size"? 2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder   What is "Color Viewfinder"? With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 22x
Digital Zoom   What is "Digital Zoom"? 440x
Lens Focal Length 2.8 - 61.6 mm
Filter Diameter 30.5 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed   What is "Recording Speed"? SP • LP • EP
Image Stabilizer   What is "Image Stabilizer"? With Image Stabilizer
Recommended Illumination   What is "Recommended Illumination"? 100 Lux
Low Lux   What is "Low Lux"? 0.5 Lux
Audio
Audio Format   What is "Audio Format"? 12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo/Audio Dub
Memory Photography
Memory Card Type   What is "Memory Card Type"? SD Card • Multimedia Card (MMC)
Digital Still Shot Mode   What is "Digital Still Shot Mode"? With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size   What is "Max Still Image Size"? 640 x 480
MPEG Movie Mode   What is "MPEG Movie Mode"? Without MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Output Interfaces S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB • Headphones Jack
Input Interfaces S-Video • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink
Microphone Type Internal • External/Optional
Power Supply
Battery Type   What is "Battery Type"? Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life   What is "Battery Life"? 2.75 Hours
Dimensions
Width 2.25 in.
Depth 5.63 in.
Height 3.88 in.
Weight 1.17 lb.
Warranty
Warranty 1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line Canon ZR
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 013803010503
Review Summary
7 Reviews from Epinions.com
Overall Rating: 3.5/5 stars  
Ease of Use: 4
Durability: 4
Battery Life: 4
Movie Quality: 4
Sort by: Most Recent  |  Highest Rating  |  Lowest Rating
Write a review at Epinions.com

By: dkozin in Electronics at Epinions.com
Jun 13, 2002

Canon ZR50MC Mini DV Digital Camcorder With USB And Analog Inputs

Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  

Pros: Price, performance, features, analog inputs and pass-through, USB, MMC, color viewfinder

Cons: Cumbersome manual focus adjustment

Bottom Line:
The ZR50MC is a feature-rich camcorder that sells for a very reasonable price. Read More


By: gastric
Jan 13, 2003

Great first camara... I think.

Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  

Pros: Small size, 22x optical zoom, accessory shoe, decent battery life.

Cons: Minor motor noise apparent, requires manual adjustment for low light recording.

Bottom Line:
Seems like a very good product that could be GREAT with two minor tweaks to the product. Read More


By: lil_pyro
Oct 19, 2002

Easy and Light for Travel

Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  

Pros: Compact, small, lightweight.

Cons: None.

Bottom Line:
Great compact look. Great features and nice quality. Read More


By: daveyjr37
Mar 9, 2003

Canon Zr 45/50

Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  

Pros: Small, Compact, Affordable

Cons: Digital pictures sometimes very digitized

Bottom Line:
This is definitely a need for someone who wants a digital camera as good as a Sony but half the price. Read More


By: krmsk8er
Dec 9, 2002

Not what it seems...

Author's Rating: 3/5 stars  

Pros: Very Compact, Fairly easy to use.

Cons: Quality is a bit lower than expected

Bottom Line:
I wouldn't recommend this if you want high quality video or pictures. It claims quality but doesn't produce. Buy the item for you needs. Read More


By: tink21
Jan 10, 2005

Great camera for a beginner..

Author's Rating: 3/5 stars  

Pros: Small, easy to take places, good with action.. features, analog inputs color viewfinder

Cons: IT is hard to zoom, when you are in a hurry..


By: fluffybear
Jul 18, 2002

Nice camera if only it wasn't so loud

Author's Rating: 2/5 stars  

Pros: Many features, compact size

Cons: Very loud and annoying humming noise during playback and record

Bottom Line:
Great camera if you can handle the annoying, incessant, humming noise Read More



 
 

Sponsored Listings   About sponsored listings

Digital Camcorders at Sears®

Free Shipping on Thousands of Items this Holiday Season at Sears.com!
www.Sears.com

96% Off Canon Rebel T1i

Save 96% Off Retail With Our Camera Auctions. Just $0.60 A Bid!
www.Swoopo.com/CanonRebel

Today's Camcorder Deals

We search the web to report deals on digital camcorders
dealnews.com

Top Digital Camcorders

Compare & Save on Camcorders Macworld News, Reviews & Tips
www.Macworld.com/Camcorders

Mini Digital Video Camcorder

A Digital Camcorder Makes The Perfect Gift. Shop Best Buy® Today!
www.BestBuy.com

Advertisement
 
Advertisement

Recently Viewed Items

 
Advertisement
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
search in results go find products