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Canon's CES 2009 VIXIA camcorder lineup gets priced and dated

by Darren Murph posted Feb 10th 2009 at 11:03AM


Like most everyone else at CES, Canon failed to disclose pricing and availability for its 11 new VIXIA camcorders. Now, however, CamcorderInfo has the details you've been craving, and the good news is that most of the models should be on store shelves before April draws to a close. The flagship HF S10 will ring up at $1,299 in early March, while the low-end ZR960 will sport a $249.99 sticker and an early April ship date. For everything in between, give the read link a look.

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Canon comes clean with HD camcorder lineup at CES 2009

by Darren Murph posted Jan 5th 2009 at 1:11PM


Just as Canon did last year, it has busted out a plethora of new high-def camcorders for our enjoyment over the course of 2009. Without further adieu, let's take a closer look at the outfit's five newest. Starting things off are the VIXIA HF S10 and VIXIA HF S100 flash models, which offer up to 32GB of internal storage along with an SDHC card slot. Both units tout the DIGIC DV III image processor, an 8.59-megapixel Full HD CMOS sensor, face detection, Auto Exposure system and the ability to snap 8-megapixel stills. Moving on, we've got the VIXIA HF20 and VIXIA HF200 models, both of which include a 3.59-megapixel Full HD CMOS sensor and a 15x lens. Closing out the bunch is the HV40 HDV, which offers a 2.96-megapixel Full HD CMOS sensor, 10x zoom lens, native 24p support and a Custom Key Mode that filmmakers should adore. Sadly, the full release is curiously devoid of pricing and availability information.

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Samsung SC-HMX20C HD camcorder review

by Darren Murph posted Jun 17th 2008 at 11:05AM Featured Story


Shortly after spending some quality time with the world's most diminutive HD camcorder, we were able to corral another remarkably small competitor -- one that shoots 1080p. Samsung's SC-HMX20C wasn't built to fit into the average back pocket, but its array of features more than made up for the size. After a week of wrapping our palm around this critter and capturing clips from everything ranging from America's pastime to a leisurely walk in the 'hood, we're ready to disclose our thoughts on the matter. Interested? Catch the full review after the jump.

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Samsung's SC-HMX20C 1080p camcorder hands-on

by Darren Murph posted Jun 11th 2008 at 3:08PM Featured Story


We'll give you one guess based on that image (and headline) above what showed up on our doorstep today. Samsung's SC-HMX20C isn't your mother's camcorder -- this bad boy captures clips in stunning 1080p and fits within the palm of a smallish hand. It's been a long wait since CES to get a finalized unit here to toy with, but while we're testing this thing out, why not flip around in the gallery below to see what Sammy's latest flagship is made of?

Update: Yeah, we're testing it out and will have video and a review up shortly. For those wondering, it should be filtering out to stores now for around $850.

Samsung cranks out 1080p, flash camcorders

by Darren Murph posted Jan 6th 2008 at 5:01PM


Not exactly in the market for an LCD HDTV, HTIB, or PDP? Or maybe you're just not concerning yourself with all those fancy acronyms. Whatever the case may be, Samsung is wrapping up its CES outpouring with four new camcorders, and we'll get things started by checking out the Full HD SC-HMX20C:
  • Captures video in progressive Full HD 1080p, selectable for 30fps or 60fps
  • HDMI-CEC (Anynet+), camcorder control using a Samsung HDTV remote
  • 8GB of internal flash memory; SDHC / MMC+ expansion slot1
  • 1/8-inch 6.4-megapixel CMOS sensor
  • 10x optical zoom
  • 300fps slow-motion recording mode for up to 10 seconds
  • 4-megapixel still image capture
  • 2.7-inch wide LCD touchscreen display
  • iCheck button for easy access to memory / battery levels
  • USB 2.0 and PictBridge connections
  • Component, S-Video and composite outputs
For the rest of the foursome, click on through.

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