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Canon Vixia HF100 Camcorder
Canon Vixia HF100 Camcorder
D+
HQ Grade: D+
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of camcorders.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
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Canon Vixia HF100 Camcorder Details

Editors' Comments

Flash memory is making its way into Hi Definition with Canon's Vixia line of camcorders. The HF100 can capture full resolution hidef video in either 24p Cinema mode or 30p progressive. The HF100 then captures it directly a Secure Digital HC flash memory card, thanks to it's HD CMOS Image Sensor, which works in concert with a DIGIC DV II Image Processor for superior color and clarity.

A 12x optical zoom that captures focus instantly thanks to Canon's new patentet Instant AutoFocus and SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer.

Canon HF100 Specifications

  • High-definition flash memory card camcorder
  • 12x optical zoom
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 24p 'Cinema' and 30p 'Progressive' recording modes
  • 2.7-inch widescreen (16:9) LCD

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Product Information

Manufacturer Canon
Part Number HF100
UPC 13803092004
Release Date Apr 1, 2008

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