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Media type: Mini DV, Optical zoom: 10x, Sensor resolution: 2.96 Megapixels, HD Recording: With HD Recording, Digital zoom: 200x, Weight: 535g, Image stabiliser: Optical, Screen size: 2.7'' ...
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2.5 out of 5

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- - Review: Canon Vixia HV30 high-definition camcorder Evaluation 4 out of 5
  - Source: macworld.com
- June 2008
  Review: Canon Vixia HV30 high-definition camcorder
  By Brian Chen
  
  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.
  
  Pros: Shoots stellar high-definition video with vividly accurate colors, smooth motion ; includes microphone jack and accessory shoe ; user friendly
  
  Cons: Awkward design makes for clumsy handling ; still images are slightly noisy
  
  Verdict: The camcorder is well designed, for the most part. The HV30's four-directional joystick is sturdy and sensitive, making it easy to navigate through the settings menu with your thumb. A convenient plastic cover protects the HV30's Firewire and HDMI ...
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- - Canon HV30 Evaluation 4.5 out of 5
  - Source: trustedreviews.com
- June 2008
  Canon HV30
  By James Morris
  
  Award: Recommended!
  
  Award: Recommended!
  
  Review summary: Canon's tape-based HV20 was one of the best HDV camcorders around, so does its successor, the HV30, take things further?
  
  Verdict: Canon has clearly heeded the clich- -if it ain't broke, don't fix it' with the HV30. Its predecessor was a great camcorder for serious video makers with less than -1,000 to spend. Now the HV30 can proudly take over its place. This could be the last ...
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- - Canon HV30 Evaluation 0 out of 5
  - Source: eisa-awards.org
- June 2008
  Canon HV30
  By EISA
  
  Award: EISA Award!
  
  Award: EISA Award!
  
  Review summary: Canon's HV30 High Definition camcorder combines a 3.1 MegaPixel Full HD CMOS picture sensor with Canon's HD Video Lens and DIGIC II signal processor. This results in an outstanding picture full of vivid colours and details. Thanks to a sophisticated ...
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- - Canon HV30 Evaluation 4 out of 5
  - Source: goodgearguide.com.au
- May 2008
  Canon HV30
  By Chris Jager
  
  Pros: Performed excellently in low light, 25p Cine mode, unique and arresting design, extensive audio options
  
  Cons: MiniDV is a dying format, may prove a bit bulky for some
  
  Verdict: Despite its reliance on an outdated format, the Canon HV30 is a superior high-def camcorder that offers exceptional value for money. If you can get over your anti-tape prejudice and embrace MiniDV, this model will deliver on every level.
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- - Canon VIXIA HV30 - HDV MiniDV HD Camcorder Evaluation 0 out of 5
  - Source: previewgadgets.com
- April 2008
  Canon VIXIA HV30 - HDV MiniDV HD Camcorder
  By ID
  
  Review summary: Canon's VIXIA HV30 is the latest HD video camcorder offered by Canon corp. While the Sony's new Sony HDR-TG1 is expensive luxury amateur camcorder, HV30 is a powerful tool designated for those who like to take full control over recorder material. As ...
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