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 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

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Manufacturer: Canon

Product MPN
MPN	7555a001
Key Features
Camcorder Type	Digital
Recording Format	Mini DV
Recording System	NTSC
Sensor Quantity	1
Memory Still Resolution	0.31 Megapixels
Optical Zoom	22x
Weight	1.17 lb.
CCD
Sensor Quantity	1
Sensor Size	1/6"
Number of Pixels	460K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type	With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size	2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder	With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom	22x
Digital Zoom	440x
Lens Focal Length	2.8 - 61.6 mm
Filter Diameter	30.5 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed	SP • LP • EP
Image Stabilizer	With Image Stabilizer
Recommended Illumination	100 Lux
Low Lux	0.5 Lux
Audio
Audio Format	12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo/Audio Dub
Memory Photography
Memory Card Type	SD Card • Multimedia Card (MMC)
Digital Still Shot Mode	With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution	0.31 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size	640 x 480
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	Proprietary Lithium
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

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By: dkozin

in Electronics at Epinions.com
Jun 13, 2002

Canon ZR50MC Mini DV Digital Camcorder With USB And Analog Inputs

Author's Rating:

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:

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:

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:

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:

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