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Technical Details for Canon XH A1S


Technical Details for Canon XH A1S Digital Camcorder
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Canon XH A1S 
Description: Model ID 3239B001 / Canon XH A1S - Camcorder - High Definition - Widescreen Video Capture - 1.67 Mpix - optical zoom: 20 x - Mini DV (HDV) / A compact and maneuverable camcorder that delivers professional-quality HDV1080i recording, the XH A1S provides total user control with a ... more
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Technical Details for Canon XH A1S

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General
Product TypeCamcorder
Width16.3 cm
Depth39.4 cm
Height19.2 cm
Weight2.4 kg
Main Features
Camcorder Sensor Resolution1.67 Mpix
Camcorder Effective Video Resolution1.56 Mpix
Camcorder Effective Still Resolution2.0 Mpix
Widescreen Video CaptureWidescreen Video Capture
Media TypeMini DV (HDV)
Colour SupportColour
Optical Sensor Type3CCD
Optical Sensor Size1/3"
Min Illumination0.3 lux
Shooting ModesDigital photo mode
Shooting ProgramsSpotlight, night mode
Special EffectsBlack & White, Skintone
Image StabiliserOptical (SuperRange)
Max Shutter Speed1/16000 sec
Min Shutter Speed1/3 sec
Exposure MeteringEvaluative
Exposure ModesProgramme, automatic, manual, aperture-priority, shutter-priority
Exposure Compensation±2 EV range
Exposure Metering Zones128
White BalanceCustom, automatic, presets
White Balance PresetsIndoor, outdoor
Remote ControlRemote control - infrared
Supported Resolution1080i
Pro Camcorder Features
Audio Signal FormatMPEG1 Audio Layer II, PCM
Gain Selection+12 dB, +18 dB, +3 dB, +6 dB, 0 dB, -3 dB, +36 dB
FeaturesZebra pattern
Memory / Storage
Flash Memory16 MB Flash - SD Memory Card
Image StorageJPEG 1920 x 1080
Lens System
TypeZoom lens - 4.5 mm - 90 mm - f/1.6-3.5
Focal Length4.5 mm - 90 mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera32.5 - 650mm
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Auto FocusTTL contrast detection
Lens ApertureF/1.6-3.5
Optical Zoom20 x
Zoom AdjustmentMotorised drive, manual
Filter Size72 mm
FeaturesUD glass, Built-in 1/32 Neutral Density Filter, built-in 1/6 neutral density filter
Additional Features
DV inputYes
Low Lux / Night ModeYes
Digital Still Camera FunctionYes
Search ModesDate search, zero search, index search, end search
Additional FeaturesBacklight compensation, sharpness control, analog to digital conversion with pass through, AE lock, accessories hot shoe, brightness control, contrast control
Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeLCD monitor
Viewfinder Colour SupportColour
Viewfinder Diagonal Size0.57"
Viewfinder Resolution269,000 pixels
Display
TypeLCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.8" - colour
Display Form FactorRotating
Display Format207,000 pixels
Microphone
TypeMicrophone - built-in
Microphone Operation ModeStereo
Connections
Connector Type1 x headphones
1 x microphone
1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK)
1 x composite video/audio (input/output)
1 x composite video output
1 x component video output
1 x Control-L (LANC)
Expansion Slot(s)1 x SD Memory Card
Miscellaneous
Included AccessoriesLens hood, camcorder shoulder strap
Cables Included1 x A/V cable
1 x component video cable
Power
Power DevicePower adapter + battery charger - external
Battery
Supported BatteryCanon BP-950G
Supported Battery Details1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )
 
Canon XH A1S