Comfortable design and grip
Smaller and lighter than its predecessor
AVHCD and MP4 recording options
WiFi features and new menus are confusing
Introduction
With an expected price tag of around $550, the HF R32 is the most expensive of Canon’s entry-level Vixia camcorders. The model includes a variety of improvements over its predecessor, the HF R21, including increased optical zoom capability, a more compact design, and built-in WiFi.
Note: The model we got our hands on at the CP+ convention in Yokohama Japan was officially called the iVIS HF R31, which is the Japanese equivalent of the Vixia HF R32 camcorder (yes, we know the naming conventions are stupidly confusing). Other than the difference in model name, the American HF R32 comes only in black, while the Japanese HF R31 comes in silver or red.
Hands-on Video
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Page 1
Product Tour
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Compression & Media
Comes with 32GB of built-in flash memory and shoots HD video using AVCHD or MPEG-4 compression. Read More... |
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Manual Controls
No manual control over aperture, shutter speed, or gain, but you can set focus, white balance, and basic exposure manually. Read More... |
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Handling & Use
The HF R32 has a traditional, yet compact design, and its hand strap is surprisingly comfortable. Read More... |
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Audio & Connectivity
Built-in WiFi is one of the big new features on the HF R32, but we’re not yet convinced of its effectiveness. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Canon Vixia HF R32. Read More... |
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Photo Gallery
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Specs
See all the specs for the Canon Vixia HF R32. Read More... |
Part 9
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Canon Vixia HF R32. Add your comments... |
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