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Canon VIXIA HF R100 Dual Flash Memory Camcorder - 2010 MODEL | 
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| Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
Buy New: See price in cart
New (18) Used (5) Refurbished (1) from $311.99
Rating:  reviews
Sales Rank: 242
Color: Silver
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Optical Zoom: 20
Battery: 1 Lithium-Ion
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 2.5 x 2.4 x 4.9
MPN: HF R100
Model: HF R100
UPC: 013803122749
EAN: 0013803122749
ASIN: B00322ON8S
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Records crisp high definition video directly to removable SD memory cards | | • | Ultra-Sleek, Compact and Lightweight Design allows you to take your camcorder with you anywhere | | • | Genuine Canon 20x HD Video Lens delivers unsurpassed image quality | | • | Canon 2.39-Megapixel HD CMOS Image Sensor captures video at 1920 x 1080 resolution | | • | Canon DIGIC DV III Image Processor provides the ultimate in color and imaging performance |
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Product Description
With the Canon VIXIA HF R100 Flash Memory Camcorder, you'll find that high definition video has hit new levels of convenience, ease, performance- and value. The VIXIA HF R100 records to SD memory cards and features Canon's Smart Auto. A Genuine Canon 20x HD Video Lens and Dynamic IS works in combination with our sophisticated Canon HD image processing to deliver the sharp, vivid, lifelike video you want to see on your HDTV. Advanced Video Snapshot lets you create 2-, 4- or 8-second movie clips, with music, that are perfect for sharing. And advanced easy-to-operate control features of the VIXIA HF R100 help to make high-quality video that can turn the casual shooter into the family cinematographer, at our most affordable HD price.
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 Great image and features but the autofocus makes some noise in quiet scenes August 18, 2010
Monkeyboy (Smithers, BC)
At least one reviewer mentioned that the camera makes a clicking or whirring noise when recording quiet scenes. This is true and is due to the autofocus. When switched to manual focus the noise goes away completely. This doesn't help matters much, but if you're recording something that doesn't require constant focus changes (e.g. far away objects where the focus is at infinity anyway) then you can let it focus automatically first then switch it to manual focus before starting recording. If you're into video editing and plan on having music or narration over the original audio track then I wouldn't consider the noise a point against buying this camera.
Noise aside, the 'Instant Autofocus' really is instant. I let it focus on my hand very close up and as soon as I pulled it away it snapped the other end of the room right into focus.
Other than that the camera is great for the price. The picture is amazing on the highest quality setting but still very good at the lowest setting. The automatic lens cover (though fairly ubiquitous now) is awesome. It comes out of standby almost instantly and allows you to start recording while barely missing any action. The 20x optical zoom is quick and great to have as it makes composition more versatile. The camera itself is tiny (and I have small hands), so it's very easy to hold and operate.
One thing to note about the image stabilization is that when you're playing back something in slow motion (that was recorded using high zoom) the image can look slightly wavy and distorted occasionally, but it's not that bad (due to the image stabilization doing its job). When watching at normal speed, though, it's unnoticeable. If you plan on doing a lot of slow motion playback, I'd recommend using a tripod with the image stabilization turned off.
Battery life is pretty much what the Canon specs state, which is decent but not amazing. I'd recommend buying a couple more (if you're out in the boonies with no electricity) on [...] or Amazon. DON'T buy Canon batteries as they're way overpriced. I got a 1700 mAh battery and car/wall charger for $15 on [...] and haven't had any problems.
The manual states that not all HDTVs will work with the camera when using an HDMI cable. I have a 32" Toshiba and it doesn't work. It could be the model or the brand, who knows. The camera does work fine with the supplied component cables. This doesn't bother me as I usually transfer the video to my computer and put it on a flash drive, which I then plug into my Blu-Ray and play from there. It's a much better interface as I can use the remote just like I'm watching a movie and don't have to fuss with the limited camera controls.
Overall I'd highly recommend this camera, especially if you live in the U.S. where everything is so ridiculously cheap. I live in Canada where prices tend to be a bit higher and many companies don't ship here or the customs fees basically negate any savings from the lower base price.
Great camera But June 14, 2010
John P (Albany, NY)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
THIS CAMERA TAKES GREAT HD VIDEO.
It is simple to use and connects by hdmi directly to your TV. The video is stunning. Please , I don't want to hear that the cable did not come with the camera. When you buy the camera order the cable. I purchased three on Amazon for $.59 each and the shipping still cost more than the cables and they work great. Buy an extra battery they also can be found inexpensively along with an external battery charger.
My only complaints about the camera are the wide angle at zero zoom is pretty tight ( I should have checked the specs more carefully ) and since the camera only has the lcd screen - pointing it in bright sunlight and getting what you want in the picture can be a challenge. Practice shooting without using the screen until you know where to point it without looking at the screen.( its digital and does not cost anything to practice ) By the way the camera stays in the zoom position it is in when you turn it off and when you turn it back on it is still in the same position. The size and weight make the camera pocketable if you are wearing a mans shirt with pockets just put a neck strap through the hand grip to prevent accidents
That being said, understand unless you have made or are going to make the investment in a HD dvd player and HD dvd burner , software that can edit and burn HD video disks you will only see DVD quality video on the disks that you burn. The software that comes with the camera did not need to be in the box. Go buy hd editing software.
Final verdict. Good camera, light weight, small but not to small, great quality video, still pic quality good for what it is ( steal frames from video just as good ) just understand the HD camera is just the beginning if you want HD on your tv screen ,unless your tv has a card reader then you store your HD video on HDMC cards and eat the cost of cards.
 Great camera June 4, 2010
Missy (Hanover, PA United States)
This digital video camera is great for a person on the go. The images are clear, the size is small enough to fit in my purse, the video is sharp, the camera images are very clear also. The zoom feature gives you the ability to get close without moving or changing lenses. The camera is hard to stablize due to it's smallness, a slight move creates an obvious shake effect. I prefer to use a tripod with the camera or at minmum a monopod which allows me a more fluid motion in my movies.
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