Canon Vixia HF100 Camcorder Review

by David Kender
Published on May 13, 2008 3:09 PM

 
Intro Performance
Format Auto / Manual Controls
Still Features Handling and Use
Audio / Playback / Connectivity
Other Features
Comparisons / Conclusion Photo Gallery
Specs and Ratings
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What’s in the Box?

The Canon HF10 ships with the following items:

- BP-809 Battery Pack (with Terminal Cover)
- CA-570 Compact Power Adapter
- STV-250 N Stereo Video Cable
- WL-D88 Wireless Controller
- IFC-400PCU USB Cable
- CTC-100/S Component Cable
- Digital Video Solution Disc for Windows and Macintosh
- Pixela ImageMixer 3SE Disc

You'll need extra SDHC cards and backup batteries. A Mini HDMI cable is a must for HDTV owners.

Other Features (5.0)
Digital Effects - Digital Effects will spice up your shooting experience with Fade-T and Wipe transitions, and Black & White, Sepia, and Art Photoshopesque filters.

Battery Info - You can check the HF100's battery status by pressing the Battery Info button located in the LCD cavity. If you want a more in-depth reading, access Battery Info from within the Administrative menu. Remaining battery and recording times are represented by a multicolored percentage bar.

Quick Start - The HF100 will remain in standby mode until the LCD is flipped open when Quick Start is engaged. When the LCD is flipped open, the HF100 is snap back into action in under a second. Standby mode consumes battery life, so use Quick Start sparingly.

Video Light- It's bright, but your video clips will shine by the light of a large, glowing blue orb.  




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