User manual CANON VIXIA HF S21

[. . . ] in the United States, and may also be registered trademarks or trademarks in other countries. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. "HDV" and the "HDV" logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Limited (JVC). "AVCHD" and the "AVCHD" logo are trademarks of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. , LTD. [. . . ] Your High Definition video deserves it all, and Canon delivers. Canon's unparalleled image quality comes from a masterful blend of vital elements: Canon's legendary HD Video Lens, Canon's exclusive Full HD CMOS Image Sensor and Canon's proprietary DIGIC DV II Image Processor. Canon Exclusive Digital Trinity for Superb HD Image Quality The result is stunningly lifelike images with vivid detail Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor Canon Full HD CMOS Image Sensor Genuine Canon HD Video Lens CANON HD VIDEO LENS FULL HD CMOS IMAGE SENSOR Experience the superb quality of Genuine Canon Optics The Canon name is synonymous with optical excellence. More than seven decades of manufacturing lenses for professional broadcast and photography have given Canon superiority in its optical products, and a legendary reputation among professional videographers and photographers. Every Canon camcorder is equipped with a Genuine Canon lens. High Definition video lenses use an aspherical lens to achieve low chromatic aberration with high resolution, and they use super spectra coating technology to lower flare and ghosting. A gradation ND system ensures better exposure in bright shooting situations. Perfected over decades, ideal for HD video Canon High Definition camcorders have a Full HD decided edge thanks to Canon's longstand- CMOS ing expertise in the design and manufacture of CMOS image sensors for its celebrated EOS Digital SLR cameras. The Full HD CMOS image sensor With noise reduction captures images at 1920 x 1080 pixels to create true HD movies, and onchip noise reduction technology ensures that even in dimly-lit scenes, the signals from each pixel are as pure as possible. The resulting Full HD video is stunningly lifelike, with brilliant clarity in every detail. DIGIC DV II IMAGE PROCESSOR Spherical aberration of spherical lens Most advanced technology delivers exceptional clarity Canon designed its exclusive DIGIC DV image processing technology DIGIC DV II specifically for superior image quality, and the technology reaches a new level of excellence in the next generation: DIGIC DV II. DIGIC DV II High Definition digital signal processing ensures the highest image quality for both HD video and still images. Color reproduction is rich and accurate, especially in skin tones and scenes that are particularly dark or light. An advanced hybrid noise reduction system creates images with exceptional clarity. Convergence of parallel light rays by an aspherical lens 30 31 Canon Advantage INSTANT AUTOFOCUS The fast, sharp focus HD demands Instant Sharp focus is crucial when shooting high-resolution High Definition video. Photo Grab is a professional level feature that lets you "grab" a sharp 2. 0 megapixel photo from your HD video footage. Never miss another perfect photo! Photo Grab DIRECT PRINTING/ PICTBRIDGE Pict Bridge ADVANCED PHOTO FEATURES 9point AiAF Histogram Display MULTI-ANGLE REMOTE CONTROL HIGH-DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE TERMINAL (HDMI) HDMI Inside each Canon High Definition camcorder lives a fullfeatured Canon digital camera. With resolution up to 3. 1 megapixels, photos from your camcorder are beautifully A remote control sensor is built into the LCD screen, allowing you to activate camcorder functions with the remote control from any angle. Multi-Angle Remote Control You can print the photos you've captured with your camcorder directly to a printer without using a computer. Canon photo printers work in tandem with Canon camcorders to optimize print quality. And Canon camcorders also use the PictBridge standard, allowing you to print directly from your camcorder to any PictBridge compatible printer. BUILT-IN VIDEO LIGHT/LCD VIDEO LIGHT Histogram display HDMI is the new standard in HD connection. Canon camcorders with an HDMI terminal use a single cable to transport a High Definition video signal with audio to your HDTV. detailed. And Canon's advanced technology makes it easy. 9-point AiAF brings off-center subjects into sharp focus. A built-in flash ensures superior photos indoors and in low light. Histogram display gives you the brightness information you need to make adjustments on successive shots. Canon camcorders with a Built-in Video Light (LED) conveniently expand your ability to shoot in low light. The light lets you capture welldetailed color images in low light at distances up to nearly 5 feet. [. . . ] 114, 000 pixels) Yes Yes Yes Large Wide (1152 x 864) Large (1152 x 648) Small (640 x 480) SD/SDHC LCD Yes Yes Yes USB 2. 0 Hi-Speed Manual ­ Approx. 2. 6 x 3. 5 x 5. 0 in. / 66 x 90 x 126mm Approx. 13. 4 oz. /380g DVD-VIDEO (VR) DVD-R/-RW/-R DL ­ 1/6" CCD Approx. 1. 07 Megapixels CCD Movie Recording: Advanced Zoom ON (16:9): 0. 71 Megapixels (WIDE)/ 0. 41 Megapixels (TELE); Advanced Zoom OFF (16:9): 0. 55 Megapixels; Still Capture: 0. 8 Megapixels DIGIC DV II Electronic Image Stabilizer 48x 37x/2000x Yes 10mm/1m 2. 7" Widescreen LCD (Approx. [. . . ]