Canon HV-30 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Not much to tempt you over last year's HV20 but Canon still rules the roost when it comes to raw picture quality

Verdict: Look closer and you'll see some other giveaway changes. The hot-shoe cover no longer runs the risk of separation from its host, thanks to a handy tether. The ill-advised zoom ‘strip' has been replaced with a far more traditional rocker. And the screen ...

Review summary: The dramatic Canon VIXIA HV30 incorporates advanced features to bring knowledgeable and demanding videographers the ultimate in HD video and digital photo quality. The VIXIA HV30 is...

Review summary: Once you get over the fact that Canon's new combined HDV and MiniDV camcorder differs little from last year's HV20 in anything but the sleek black body colour, you'll soon appreciate what this fully featured high definition camcorder has to offer. ...

Verdict: Ready when you are, Mr De Mille. If high definition on tape has a future, it's with cams like the HV30.

Review summary: The Canon Vixia HV30 is a fine choice for die-hard MiniDV users, offering superb video quality and a bunch of nifty features.

Verdict: If MiniDV is important to your choice of camcorder, the Canon Vixia HV30 is an excellent choice. It shoots stellar high-definition video with vividly accurate colours, smooth motion; includes a microphone jack and accessory shoe; and is very user ...

Review summary: In a world where consumer Mini DV camcorders are being phased out, the HV30 is easily a top choice. The camcorder's impressive feature set and superb video quality should cater to both advanced and amateur video makers.