IEEE1394 DV Terminal
An IEEE1394-compliant DV terminal lets you connect the
OPTURA 300 to a DV-compatible computer or another Canon DV
camcorder. Transfer your digital movies to your computer’s hard
disk, edit your scenes, then use them to create high-impact Web
sites, video e-mail, interactive CDs and DVDs, or a personal
video album.
USB Terminal
Allows high-speed transfer of images from your SD Memory Card
or MultiMediaCard to your computer. By using the USB cable and
software provided, you can process and organize your images on
your PC. You can also select the USB connection
mode and use the camcorder like a card reader/
writer.
Included Software
The OPTURA 300 includes software for
image management and editing:
ZoomBrowser EX
(Windows) and
ImageBrowser
(Macintosh) which let you
easily download, browse, archive, and
retouch your photos. Automatically resize
images and attach them to e-mail, arrange
them for printing, and add text.
2.0 Megapixel
High-Resolution Photos
The OPTURA 300 features advanced image processing, for
capturing stunning, 2.0 Megapixel (1632 x 1224 pixels) photos
onto the included memory card. They may be
captured at a variety of different image
qualities and compression sizes (Superfine/
Fine/Normal).
Digital Photo Mode
For added flexibility, you may take up to 700 still images on a
single MiniDV tape (in SP Mode). The camcorder records the
photos for approximately 6 seconds, as well as recording the
sound for your verbal notes or narration.
You can search through the recorded
tape for your photos using the supplied
remote control.
SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard
The OPTURA 300 expands video possibilities with a built-in slot
for an SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card or MultiMediaCard for
capturing high-resolution digital photos or MPEG-4 movie clips.
Easily transfer images to your PC directly from the camcorder
using USB and IEEE1394. Produce effects not possible with just a
cassette using the Card Mix Effects. Choose one of the sample
images provided on the supplied SD Memory Card (such as
picture frames, backgrounds and animations) and combine it with
the live video recording.
MPEG-4 Movie
You can record movies with sound in MPEG-4 format onto a
memory card. Movies in MPEG-4 format can be easily
downloaded to a computer and attached to e-mail messages.
You may choose to record in 352 x 288 pixels or 176 x 144 pixels.
Impressive...
Image
Stabilizer OFF
Image
Stabilizer ON
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Image Stabilizer
A high quality image stabilization system corrects camcorder
shake instantly, so your videos always look smooth, steady and
natural even when shooting hand-held at full telephoto. Canon’s
image stabilization system is even effective while panning and
zooming.
DV Messenger2
With
DV Messenger2
, you can use your Canon
camcorder for Internet Video Chat with Microsoft
Windows Messenger through USB or IEEE1394. Control the zoom
and focus of your camcorder or the person you are chatting with.
Preview thumbnails and transfer photos. Watch and control the
video playback of either camcorder - all from your computer.
When used in conjunction with the OPTURA 300's NETWORK
mode, you can access your camcorder at home from a remote
location. NETWORK mode also makes it possible to
switch either camcorder's mode (CAMERA to VCR,
TAPE to CARD) through the computer, instead of
manually switching it on the camcorder.
Simultaneous Photo Recording
While recording video, the OPTURA 300 is able to simultaneously
capture VGA quality (640 x 480 pixels) digital photos onto a
memory card. This is perfect for those who want to capture e-mail
ready photos, without interruption.
