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  • Canon HV-30

  • Canon HV-30 - Expert Reviews

  • £721

    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'' ...

  • 9.6 out of 10
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    • June 2008 en

      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
      • trustedreviews.com Source: trustedreviews.com
    • June 2008 en

      Canon HV30

      By James Morris
      Award: Recommended!
      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
      • eisa-awards.org Source: eisa-awards.org
    • June 2008 en

      Canon HV30

      By EISA
      Award: EISA Award!
      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
      • goodgearguide.com.au Source: goodgearguide.com.au
    • May 2008 en

      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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    • April 2008 en

      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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