Canon DC50 Camcorder Review

by Michael Perlman
Published on May 28, 2007 12:27 PM

Intro Performance
Format Auto / Manual Controls
Still Features Handling and Use
Audio / Playback / Connectivity
Other Features
Comparisons / Conclusion Specs and Ratings
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What’s in the Box?
The DC50 allows for instant shooting right out of the box:
-Compact Power Adapter
-Power Cord
-BP-208 Battery Pack
-WL-D86 Wireless Controller
-Lithium Button Battery CR2025 for Wireless Controller
-STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
-IFC-300PCU USB Cable
-Blank DVD-R Disc
-Digital Video Solution Disk
-Roxio MyDVD for Canon Software
A battery upgrade would be wise and be sure to stock up on DVD-Rs as each one lasts under 20 minutes.

Other Features (2.75)
Video Light- Don’t expect a beacon of light here. The DC50’s video light, located on the right side of the front below the lens, is about the same strength as a penlight. It is accessed within the quick menu which is cued by pressing the center of the joystick.

Markers- For those fond of symmetry and even composition in their shooting, guidelines are here to help. While most camcorders offer only one template that splits the screen into nine sections, Canon lets you choose between a single horizontal center line or a nine pane grid. Both can be selected in either gray or white, depending on the brightness or darkness of the shot.

Digital Picture Effects- The DC50 offers a gnarly little array of radical digital picture effects: fade-t, wipe, black and white, sepia, art, and mosaic.

Quick Start- The quick start function allows you to shut the DC50 off immediately and turn it back on instantly with all of your saved settings. The quick start button is located underneath the display button above the LCD cavity.





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