Dynamic SuperRange Optical
Image Stabilizer with Powered IS
Dynamic SuperRange OIS
takes shake correction to a
whole new level. It provides
continuous adjustment
throughout the entire zoom
range to correct an even broader range of
motion. Extra compensation is applied at
wide-angle focal lengths to help eliminate
unwanted vibration common with walking. Powered IS provides
an even higher level of compensation for subtle hand movement
at the telephoto end of the zoom range.
Smart Auto
Smart Auto makes shooting great video easier than
ever before. Using the power of Canon’s DIGIC DV III
Image Processor, the camcorder intelligently detects and
analyzes faces, brightness, color, distance and movement, then
automatically selects the best settings for the scene. Whether
capturing a sunset, a day at the beach, or a fast-paced soccer
game, Smart Auto delivers exceptionally accurate results.
Touch & Track
Touch & Track allows any subject (pets, vehicles, etc.) to be
the focal point of your video simply by selecting it on the
Touch Panel LCD. It continuously tracks your subject while
automatically adjusting focus and exposure.
Genuine Canon Face Detection
The same high quality Face Detection technology
used in Canon digital cameras is available in
Canon VIXIA camcorders. Up to 35 faces can
automatically be detected, and 9 detection frames can be
displayed at one time. It will recognize faces that are turned
down or sideways. In addition, a specific face may be selected
as the main subject for continuous tracking. Playback also
allows you to access specific scenes based on faces.
Cinema-Look Filters
Express your creative vision
through distinctive built-in
filters. Choose from among
nine filters as you record to
create video with a variety
of professional cinematic looks.
Cinema Standard
— Recreates the warm tones and muted
highlights of classic film
Cool
— Adds a bluish tint for cool, futuristic-looking scenes
Dramatic B&W
— Creates bold black-and-white videos with
high contrast and grain
Dream
— Adds a magical look (soft focus) for dream-like scenes
Memory
— Produces a faded, misty look, such as for flashback scenes
Nostalgic
— Recreates the look of old ‘70s TV programs
Old
— Gives video the aged look of old cinema
Sepia
— Applies a sepia tint for an antique, faded look
Vivid
— Accentuates primary colors for a bright, cheerful look
Genuine Canon Optics
Canon optics are the backbone of Canon’s
superior image quality. Using many of the same
technologies that have made Canon lenses
legendary the world over – Super Spectra
multi-coating, aspherical elements and more – Canon’s video
lenses deliver unsurpassed detail, resolution, contrast and color.
Canon DIGIC DV III Image Processor
DIGIC DV III is Canon’s most
advanced HD image processor
ever, helping to deliver enhanced image
quality, true color production for both video
and photos, and a sophisticated noise reduction system for
exceptional low-light performance. It is also the high-speed
engine which powers a variety of Canon technologies including
Genuine Canon Face Detection, Smart Auto and 8.0-megapixel
photo capture, and Cinema-Look Filters.
Instant Autofocus
Sharp focus is crucial when shooting high
definition video. Canon’s proprietary Instant Autofocus system
delivers fast, accurate focus, even when you’re shooting in
bright light, at night, or with the camera in motion. The revolu-
tionary hybrid system combines an external sensor with
Canon’s proven high-performance through-the-lens AF system.
It uses both phase difference detection and the CMOS image
sensor to dramatically decrease focusing time and help ensure
consistently sharp video.
Canon HD CMOS Pro Image Sensor
Select VIXIA camcorders feature the
Canon HD CMOS Pro Image Sensor,
a 1/3-inch native 1920 x 1080 image
sensor that incorporates the same proven
technology at the heart of Canon’s pro-grade camcorders. The
HD CMOS Pro Image Sensor defies convention: using fewer
pixels than typical consumer camcorder sensors, it delivers far
superior video performance.
Outstanding Video Resolution
– The effective number of
pixels in the HD CMOS Pro sensor is exactly equal to 1920 x 1080,
the resolution of Full High Definition video. Since resizing is
not needed, Full HD video is recorded with exceptionally high
resolution.
Superb Low-Light Performance
– Because there are no more
pixels than needed to capture Full
HD, each pixel site is larger and
more sensitive to light. This makes it
possible to capture high-quality
video even in dim lighting.
Wide Dynamic Range
– The larger pixel area also enables
more light to be stored, making it possible to detect and
capture a wider range of tonal
values. Both highlights and shadows
are thus reproduced more accurately,
and skin tones are captured with fine
gradation.
Specification Chart
Accessory Chart
HD Model
VIXIA HF G10
VIXIA HF S30
VIXIA HF M41
VIXIA HF M40
VIXIA HF M400
VIXIA HF R21
VIXIA HF R20
VIXIA HF R200
Recording Media
Flash Memory
Flash Memory
Flash Memory
Flash Memory
Memory Card Slot
2x SD/SDHC/SDXC
2x SD/SDHC/SDXC
2x SD/SDHC/SDXC
2x SD/SDHC/SDXC
Internal Storage
32GB
32GB
32GB
16GB
–
32GB
8GB
–
Image Sensor
1/3-inch HD CMOS Pro
1/2.6-inch CMOS
1/3-inch HD CMOS Pro
1/4.85 CMOS
Total Pixels
2.37 Megapixels
8.59 Megapixels
2.37 Megapixels
3.28 Megapixels
Effective Pixels
Video: Approx. 2.07
Megapixels (1920 x 1080)
Photo: Approx. 2.07
Megapixels (1920 x 1080)
Video: Approx. 6.01
Megapixels (3264 x 1840)
Photo: Approx. 8.02
Megapixels (3264 x 2456)
Video: Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080)
Photo: Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080)
Video: Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080)
Dynamic IS ON: Approx. 1.47 Megapixels (1616 x 909)
Advanced Zoom ON: Approx. 1.04 Megapixels (1360 x 765)
Photo: 16:9 Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080)
4:3 Approx. 2.41 Megapixels (1792 x 1344)
Full HD 1920x1080
Movie Recording
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Image Processor
DIGIC DV III
DIGIC DV III
DIGIC DV III
DIGIC DV III
Image Stabilizer
Dynamic SuperRange OIS
with Powered IS
Dynamic SuperRange OIS
with Powered IS
Dynamic SuperRange OIS with Powered IS
Dynamic Image Stabilizer
Zoom Ratio (Optical/Digital)
10x/200x (Video Only)
10x/200x (Video Only)
10x/200x (Video Only)
20x/28x (Advanced Zoom)/400x (Video Only)
24Mbps Recording
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Instant AF
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Face Detection
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Touch & Track
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Smart Auto
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Native 24p Mode
Yes
Yes
–
–
HD-to-SD Downconversion
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Yes
–
LCD Screen
3.5" High Resolution Touch
Panel Widescreen LCD
Approx. 922,000 dots
3.5" High Resolution Touch
Panel Widescreen LCD
Approx. 922,000 dots
3.0" Touch Panel Widescreen LCD
Approx. 230,000 dots
3.0" Touch Panel Widescreen LCD
Approx. 230,000 dots
Viewfinder
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
Advanced Video Snapshot
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Relay Recording
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
USB Terminal
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
MIC Terminal
Yes
(Manual Audio Level Control)
Yes
(Manual Audio Level Control)
Yes (Manual Audio Level Control)
Yes (Manual Audio Level Control)
HDMI Terminal
Yes (Supports 1080p
Output, CEC, X.V. Color)
Yes
(Supports CEC, X.V. Color)
Yes (Supports 1080p Output, CEC, X.V. Color)
Yes (Supports 1080p Output, CEC, X.V. Color)
SD Model
FS40
FS400
Recording Media
Flash Memory
Memory Card Slot
SD/SDHC/SDXC
Internal Storage
8GB
–
Image Sensor
1/6
"
CCD
Total Pixels
680,000 Pixels
Effective Pixels
Video: Advanced Zoom ON (16:9):
Approx. 450,000 pixels (937 x 480)
(Wide)/360,000 pixels (839 x 430)
(Tele); Advanced Zoom OFF/Dynamic IS
ON (16:9): Approx. 360,000 pixels
(839 x 430) Photo: Approx. 450,000
pixels (809 x 554)
Image Processor
DIGIC DV II
Image Stabilizer
Dynamic Image Stabilizer
Advanced Zoom (16:9)
41x
Zoom Ratio
(Optical/Digital)
37x/2000x
Quick Start
Yes
Smooth Zoom Control
Yes
LCD Screen
2.7
"
Widescreen LCD
Approx. 112,000 dots
Viewfinder
–
Pre-Record
Yes
Advanced
Video Snapshot
Yes
Program AE Mode
Yes
Video Light
White LED
USB Terminal
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
MIC Terminal
–
Model
VIXIA
HF G10
VIXIA
HF S30
VIXIA
HF M41/HF M40/
HF M400
Batteries
BP-808, BP-819, BP-827
Chargers/Adapters
CG-800, CA-570
Cables
STV-250N, CTC-100, HTC-100
Straps
NS-10, SS-600, SS-650, WS-20
Cases
SC-2000, SC-A1000, SC-A80, SC-A75, HC-300
LCD Hood
3.5
"
–
Lenses
WD-H58W
WD-H58
WD-H43, TL-H43, FS-43UII
TL-H58
Microphone
DM-100, SM-V1, WM-V1
Video Light
VL-5, VFL-2
Waterproof Case WP-V3
–
Yes
Remote Control Adapter RA-V1
–
Yes
Model
VIXIA
HF R21/HF R20/HF R200
FS40/FS400
Batteries
BP-110
BP-808
Chargers/Adapters
CG-110, CA-110
CG-800, CA-570
Cables
STV-250N, CTC-100, HTC-100
STV-250N
Straps
NS-10, SS-600, SS-650, WS-20
WS-20
Cases
SC-2000, SC-A1000, SC-A80, SC-A75
LCD Hood
–
2.7
"
Lenses
WD-H34II, TL-H34II
–
Microphone
WM-V1
–
Video Light
–
Cinema Standard
Cool
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