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iVIS HF S10

VIXIA HF S10

LEGRIA HF S10

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Marketed February 2009

The Canon iVIS HF S10, the top-of-the-line model in the iVIS series, delivers highimage quality and superlative functionality. A full HD CMOS sensor featuring 8.59 megapixels makes possible 8.0-megapixel photo capture as well as the recording of High-definition video, while the model’s Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens incorporates optical Image Stabilization and 10x optical zoom. The iVIS HF S10 also features the newly developed DIGIC DV III image processor for fast processing and high image quality.

Through the incorporation of the latest technologies in its CMOS sensor, lens, and image processor, the iVIS HF S10 realizes a horizontal resolution equal to approximately 900 TV lines, the highest level of resolution offered by a consumer-model video camcorder. The new HF S10 also utilizes the same Face Detection technology found in digital cameras to achieve optimal video performance, allowing users to beautifully capture human subjects even when they are moving or facing down or to the side. The iVIS HF S10 also incorporates features befitting its top-of-the-line status, such as an internal 32GB flash memory, High Speed Auto Focus (AF) for rapid high-resolution focus, and a customizable dial and key where users can assign frequently used functions. Additional features include Video Snapshot Mode, which records a series of 4-second video “snapshots” and replays them with one of several instrumental musical tracks included on the internal flash drive, and Pre-Record, which can continuously record three seconds of video memory before the Record button is pushed to ensure that no precious memory is missed.

Digital Video
Standard Definition or High Definition High Definition
Video Recording system MPEG4-AVC / H.264
Image Sensor 1/2.6-inch CMOS, RGB Primary Color Filter
Total Pixels Approx. 8.59 Megapixels
Effective Pixels Video: Approx. 6.01 Megapixels
(3264 x 1840) / Still Image: 16:9: Approx. 6.01 Megapixels
(3264 x 1840), 4:3 Approx. 8.02 Megapixels (3264 x 2456)
Maximum recording time 32GB internal Flash drive
LP (5 Mbps) 12 hours 15 minutes
SP (7 Mbps) 9 hours 35 minutes
XP+ (12 Mbps) 5 hours 45 minutes
FXP (17 Mbps) 4 hours 10 minutes – Allows 1920 x 1080 Full HD Recording
MXP (24 Mbps) 2 hours 55 minutes – Allows 1920 x 1080 Full HD Recording
Lens Zoom Ratio 10x Optical/200x Digital
Focal Length f=6.4- 64mm (35mm equivalent: 43.5 – 435mm)
Zoom Speed Variable
Focusing System Autofocus(TTL+external distance sensor when set to 〔Instant AF〕or Manual focus
Manual Exposure Yes
Programmed AE AUTO, P, Av, Tv, Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, Fireworks
Max Shutter Speed Movie: 1/2000, Still Image: 1/500
Minimum Focusing Distance 10mm (wide) / 1m (tele)
White Balance Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Manual
Minimum Illumination 0.3 lx (Night mode)
Image Stabilization SuperRange Optical (lens shift)
Filter Diameter 58mm
Viewfinder none
LCD Screen 2.7-inch Multi-Angle Vivid widescreen color LCD (Approx. 211,000 dots)
Flash
Built-in
Recording Media
Internal Flash drive (32GB) SD or SDHC Memory Card
USB Terminal
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
Video Terminal
component (output), composite (output)
Audio Dolby Digital 2 channels (AC-3 2 ch)
Accessory Shoe mini Advanced
Supplied Video Editing Software
Pixela ImageMixer 3SE
Microphone Terminal 3.5 mm 4 pole mini-jack (video/audio output only)
AV Mini Terminal/Headphone Terminal
3.5 mm 4 pole mini-jack (video/audio output only)
Dimensions (W X H X D) 2.8 x 2.7 x 5.4in. (70 x 69 x 136mm)
Weight (not including lens and battery pack)
15.9 oz. (450g)
Weight (fully loaded) 1.1 lb. (500g)