Advanced Sensor Performance of the New VIXIA
G40 Camcorder Provides New Creative Possibilities for Advanced
Amateur Videographers; Improved Operability of New VIXIA R-Series
Camcorders Makes Recording Special Family Moments Easier Than
Ever
Canon U.S.A., Inc. a leader in digital imaging solutions, has
updated the VIXIA HF G and R-Series lineup of camcorders with four
new models announced today, the VIXIA HF G40, VIXIA HF R72, VIXIA
HF R70, and the VIXIA HF R700 camcorders.
Featuring more evolved professional-level features than its
predecessor, the new VIXIA HF G40 records 1080/60p Full HD in MP4
and AVCHD and features a Canon Full HD System including a genuine
Canon 20x High Definition Optical Zoom Lens to cover a broad range
of shooting opportunities, a new advanced HD CMOS PRO Image Sensor
for improved low-light performance, and DIGIC DV 4 Image Processor
for superb imaging performance. The new VIXIA HF R-Series
camcorders feature a 57x Advanced Zoom Lens and SuperRange Optical
Image Stabilizer, 3.28 Megapixel Full HD CMOS Image Sensor, and
record 1080/60p Full HD video in MP4 (35 Mbps) and AVCHD
Progressive (28 Mbps). In addition, the VIXIA HF R72 and R70
camcorders feature Near Field Communication (NFC™) connectivity
allowing users to easily share beautiful images online with family
and friends by connecting easily to a compatible smartphone,
tablet1 or NFC enabled computer.
Canon VIXIA HF G40 Camcorder
The new VIXIA HF G40 camcorder is the ideal tool for advanced
amateur filmmakers, wedding videographers and student reporters.
Featuring a genuine wide-angle Canon 20x High Definition Optical
Zoom Lens and advanced HD CMOS PRO Image Sensor, identical to the
one found in Canon’s XA35 and XA30 professional camcorders, this
new camcorder provides excellent image quality especially in
low-light situations.
The VIXIA G40 camcorder’s Intelligent Optical Image
Stabilization five-axis system provides users with powerful image
stabilization via a Dynamic mode to help reduce image distortion
even when shooting while walking, as well as a convenient auto
on/off feature. The ergonomically designed and highly portable
VIXIA HF G40 features a 3.5–inch OLED touch panel screen with
10,000:1 contrast ratio and tilting, user-friendly, high resolution
color Electronic View Finder (EVF). Advanced display features
include Zebra, Color Bars and Test Tone. The VIXIA HF G40 camcorder
records 1080/60p Full HD video in MP4 to dual card SD card slots
with dual and relay recording and can record in slow and fast
motion interval from 2x to 1200x. The VIXIA HF G40 is also equipped
with Linear PCM audio recording2 and Audio Scene Select.
A new “Looks” setting has been added for easy access to creative
imaging effects such as Highlight Priority Gamma and Wide Dynamic
Range Gamma. Highlight Priority video-recording mode helps users
achieve the same effects as HDR making it possible to capture
visual characteristics that might otherwise be lost due to video
compression. This allows for the creation of video that can
realistically convey the three-dimensional feel of blue skies and
clouds, the translucence of water and the luster of metals. Drawing
from technologies employed in Canon’s Cinema EOS System of
professional digital cinematography products, the camcorder’s new
Wide DR Gamma mode achieves a dynamic range that has been expanded
to 600 percent compared to the 300 percent on the predecessor Canon
VIXIA HF G30 model. This mode helps minimize the occurrence of
under- and over-exposed areas to help create smooth color
gradations, even when shooting in environments that tend to produce
under- and over-exposed regions, such as those with drastic
differences in lighting conditions. To help facilitate better focus
ability and clearer, more pristine images, the camcorder features
High Definition Peaking for Focus Assist.
The VIXIA HF G40 camcorder features full manual control and
provides shooters with the ability to assign buttons on the
camcorder for a custom shooting experience. The camcorder also
includes a high-capacity battery, connectivity to various inputs
and outputs and a mini advanced accessory shoe allowing users to
easily attach accessories. In addition, the camcorder is compatible
with the optional WM-V1 wireless microphone.
Canon VIXIA HF R-Series Camcorders—feature improved battery
life.
Updated for 2016, the new line of VIXIA HF R-Series camcorders
is ideal for families who want to capture life’s precious moments.
Each model is equipped with a 57x Advanced Zoom, SuperRange Optical
Image Stabilizer, a 3.28 Megapixel Full HD CMOS Canon Image Sensor,
DIGIC DV4 Image Processor, and a 3.0-inch capacitive touch panel
LCD with increased brightness and new user interface for easy menu
navigation and simple viewing of videos. The VIXIA HF R-Series line
of camcorders is the ideal mix of high image quality, value and
convenience.
The VIXIA HF R-Series camcorders feature an improved Zoom
Framing Assist setting that is available in both auto and manual
mode, making it easier to accurately track and capture subjects,
even while they are moving. Shooters can record 1080/60p FULL HD
video to both MP4 (35 Mbps) and AVCHD Progressive (28Mbps) and dual
recording allows for saving to both formats simultaneously. Slow
and Fast motion recording is available allowing shooters to record
fast motion at up to 1200x and slow motion at 0.5x.
The VIXIA HF R-series camcorders provide users with a variety of
internal memory options. The VIXIA R72 allows users to record up to
12 hours of video to a 32GB internal flash drive, while the VIXIA
R70 allows users to record up to six hours of video to a 16BG
internal flash drive, increased from three hours and 8GB of
internal memory of its predecessor. All of the VIXIA HF R-Series
camcorders allow for recording to a removable SD card and feature
dual card slots for relay recording.
Featuring built-in Wi-Fi® and NFC™ capabilities, the VIXIA HF
R72 and VIXIA HF R70 camcorders expand shooting options for filming
important moments while simultaneously providing remote monitoring
capabilities. Utilizing Wi-Fi and the free Canon CameraAccess Plus
App1, users can easily share recorded video or live stream remotely
from a compatible Android or iOS device that allows the user to
control certain camera functions like record and zooming. The
optional Camera Pan Table CT-V1 base accessory can be attached to
the bottom of both the VIXIA HF R-Series camcorders, which enables
users to remotely pan the camcorder up to 200 degrees to the left
or right, allowing them to act as baby monitors or security
cameras. With the free Canon Movie Uploader App2 sharing videos
with family and friends is easy. Available on the iOS platform,
this app allows users to send video directly to a compatible
smartphone or tablet for online sharing. For Android devices, the
free Remote Browse App allows users to preview or download files to
a compatible smartphone, tablet, or PC when using a web browser.
Once both devices are wirelessly connected, users can download or
instantly playback their videos without the need for an application
or other software. In addition, built-in down conversion creates
MP4 files for even easier sharing on the web. The new Canon VIXIA
HF R72 and R70 camcorders are compatible with the Canon Connect
Station CS100 device which provides users with the ability to
wirelessly transfer videos for storage via Wi-Fi® or NFC™.
For more creative videos, these camcorders allow users to
customize a video by selecting from five Cinema Look filter effects
which can be applied during or after filming. While in Audio Scene
Select mode, users can select from eight predetermined audio modes
that adjust and optimize audio settings based on the shooting
conditions. Additionally, Intelligent Image Stabilization (IS)
allows shooters to choose from four different modes to help
optimize IS for that particular shooting condition. The built-in
microphone/headphone terminal provides users with the flexibility
to record using an auxiliary microphone or listen to what they’re
recording with headphones. All of the new Canon VIXIA HF R-Series
camcorders feature the new high-capacity BP-727 battery for up to
180 minutes of recording time on a single charge and a file lock
function that helps to safeguard against mistakenly deleting files
from the camcorder.
The Canon VIXIA HF G40 camcorder is scheduled to be available
February 2016 for an estimated retail price of $1,299.993. The
VIXIA HF R72, VIXIA HF R70, and VIXIA HF R700 camcorders will be
available in February 2016 for estimated retail prices of $449.99,
$399.99, and $299.99, respectively3. For more information please
visit:
https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/products/list/camcorders/consumer/vixia/.
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1 The Canon CameraAccess plus app is compatible with iOS version
5/6 or later or Android version 2.3/4.0 for select devices. Data
charges may apply.
2 This software enables you to upload images to social network
sites. Before uploading images, please be aware that image files
may contain privacy related information such as people and places.
If necessary, please delete such information. Canon does not
obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in
such images through this software. Compatible with iOS version 5/6
or later for select devices.
3 Availability, prices, and specifications of all products are
subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by
individual dealers and may vary.
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