Features
Experience the compact, easy-to-use camcorder that has 8GB of internal memory
to record up to 3 hours of breathtaking Full HD video while offering impressive
zooming power and exciting new creative options. Superb imaging is ensured with
a new, more sensitive Canon 3.28 Megapixel Full HD CMOS Image Sensor and Canon's
exclusive DIGIC DV III Image Processor. Video is steady and clear even at the
large end of the 51x Advanced Zoom, thanks to SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization
and Intelligent IS. The VIXIA HF R30 is equipped with flexible features to suit
your shooting and sharing needs, and a new interface makes the large Flat Touch
Panel LCD simpler than ever. Record in AVCHD or MP4 format to the internal flash
drive or to a removable SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card. Use the built-in Wi-Fi? to
upload video directly to YouTube?, Facebook?, your own home computer, or a DLNA?-compatible
TV. And with Cinema-Look Filters and Touch Decoration, you can be sure that
your videos express yourself like never before.
Genuine Canon HD Video Lens with 51x Advanced Zoom and SuperRange
Optical Image Stabilization deliver an impressive range, while offering exceptionally
steady video.
Improved Canon 3.28 Megapixel Full HD CMOS Image Sensor and DIGIC
DV III Image Processor capture videos at 1920 x 1080 resolution and provide
the ultimate in color and imaging performance.
Record up to 3 hours of crisp high-definition video to an 8GB internal
flash drive or directly to a removable SD memory card (SDHC/SDXC compatible);
Relay Recording automatically switches video recording to the memory card
when the internal drive becomes full, so you never miss a moment.
Choose to record in AVCHD for the highest quality viewing on an HDTV
or archiving, or in MP4 format for easy sharing with mobile devices or cloud
applications.
Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to wirelessly transfer video directly to
online sharing sites such as YouTube and Facebook; to a PC or upload virtually
anywhere by using your iPhone?, iPad?, or iPod Touch? and enjoy wireless viewing
on your DLNA compatible TV or through other DLNA devices.
Intelligent IS automatically chooses from four different modes to
optimize image stabilization for the shooting condition.
3.0-inch Flat Touch Panel LCD with a new graphical user interface
(GUI) offers fast and easy control right at your fingertips.
Smart AUTO makes shooting great videos easy by intelligently selecting
the best settings from 38 predefined situations including Auto Tele Macro
that provides spectacular close-ups and the dramatic look of a video shot
with shallow depth-of-field.
Cinema-Look Filter offers nine different built-in filters to create
video with a variety of professional cinematic looks and Touch Decoration
allows you to superimpose and record a variety of fun and exciting images
for a creative flair.
Story Creator provides a list of suggested scenes that have improved
shooting tips to help you produce your own masterpiece.
24p Cinema Mode provides the look and feel of a Hollywood movie and
Specifications
Standard Definition or High Definition
High Definition
Television System
NTSC
Video Recording system
AVCHD/MPEG4
Image Sensor
1/4.85-inch CMOS, RGB Primary Color Filter
Total Pixels
Approx. 3.28 Megapixels
Video
Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080)
Photo
Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080)
LP (5Mbps)
3 hours
SP (7Mbps)
2 hours 20 minutes
XP+ (12Mbps)
1 hour 25 minutes
FXP (17Mbps) - Allows 1920 x 1080 recording
1 hour
MXP (24Mbps) - Allows 1920 x 1080 recording
40 minutes
4Mbps
4 hours 10 minutes
9Mbps
1 hour 55 minutes
Zoom Ratio
51x Advanced*/32 Optical/1020x Digital
Focal Length
2.8-89.6mm
Optical Zoom
38.5-1232mm
Advanced Zoom Off
38.5-1232mm
Advanced Zoom On
33.9-1729mm
Max. F/Stop
f/1.8-4.5
Focusing System
TTL (Through The Lens)
Manual Exposure
Yes
Movie
1/2000 sec.
Still image
1/500 sec.
Minimum Focusing Distance
Auto mode
White Balance
Auto, Daylight, Tungsten, Manual
Minimum Illumination
NTSC
Filter Diameter
Not Supported
View Finder
Not Available
LCD Screen
3.0-inch Widescreen Color Touch Panel LCD (Approx. 230,000 dots)
Recording Media
Built-in 8 GB memory and 1 additional SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card slot*
USB Terminal
mini-AB
Video Terminal
Component (output), Composite (output)
AVCHD Satisfied
Dolby Digital AC3 (2 Channel) MP4 Satisfied
Sampling Frequency
48 KHz
HDMI Terminal
Available; Mini connector, CEC, x.v. Color supported
Microphone Terminal
3.5 mm dia. stereo mini-jack
AV Mini Terminal/Headphone Terminal
3.5 mm dia. 4 pole mini-jack (video/audio output only)
Height
2.2"
Width
2.1"
Depth
4.5"
Shipping
2 lbs
Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer)
One Year Parts and Labor
Extended Service Warranty Available
Click the warranty tab above for details
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