Canon XH-A1 High Def Camcorder- $250 mail in rebate

Up to 1440x1080 Resolution in 16:9 HD Widescreen Mode / 20x Optical Zoom / Accepts 72mm Filters / Uses HDV tape / Slot for SD Memory Card -$250 Mail in Rebate.

Canon XH-A1 captures true 1080 High Definition Resolution Video at 60i, 30F or 24F frame rates (or, 50i/60i with Optional upgrade). It captures a true 16:9 widescreen HD image that is made for your HD Broadcast and theatrical projects. It comes with a Genuine Canon 20x HD Professional L Series Fluorite Lens delivering outstanding resolution, contrast and Color reproduction; delivers clarity and image quality you won't see with conventional Optical glass lenses. Designed specifically for HD, Canon's DIGIC DV II ensures optimal image quality for HD video, with improved color reproduction - especially in skin tones, and dark and light scenes. It also employs a hybrid noise reduction system that integrates two types of noise reduction, for high definition images that are crystal clear. Designed for professional use, the Canon XH-A1 comes with a 2.8" Widescreen LCD and .57" Widescreen EVF for bright, high-resolution views. The LCD and EVF can be used at the simultaneously, giving both cameraperson and director or producer a view of the action. It records on HDV Digital tape cassettes. There's also a slot for SD Memory cards.
Canon's innovative Super-Range Optical Image stabilizer combines gyro- and image-sensors to correct camcorder shake instantly - whether it's the fast vibration you'd experience while Recording from a moving car; the medium-speed motion of hand-held recording; or the slower motion of body sway. With HD, Focus is more critical than ever. Instant AF is the next generation of auto focus, designed with HD resolution in mind. It combines an external AF sensor with Canon's legendary auto focus system for fast and accurate focus. Together, the two sensors reduce focusing time - even in low-light situations - and improve focusing performance on difficult subjects. There are 9 Custom Presets, 2 Custom Keys, and 7 Programmable AE Modes.

Comes with XH A1 High Definition Camcorder; DC Coupler (DC-920); Component VIdeo Cable (DTC-1000); Stereo Video Cable (STV-250N); Wireless Controller (WL-D5000); Shoulder Strap (SS-1000); Battery Pack (BP-950G); 16MB SD Card (SD-16M); HDV Tape (HDVM-E63PR)

USB and IEEE1394 Connectivity for transferring images to a Windows PC or Macintosh

Fully compatible with Canon Console Image Control & Storage Software Ver. 1.1

Canon USA 1 Year Parts and Labor Limited Warranty

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Product Specifications

Recording Format	\| MiniDV
Video Compatibility	\| NTSC
Still Image Capability	\| Yes
HD Capable	\| Yes

Digital Video
Power Supply (rated)	CA-920
Image Sensor	3 - 1/3" Native 16:9 CCDs (1440 x 1080)
Total Pixels	Approx. 1.67 Megapixels Tape Recording HD: 1440 x 1080; Approx. 1.56 Megapixels SD (4:3): 1080 x 1080; Approx. 1.17 Megapixels SD (16:9): 1440 x 1080; Approx. 1.56 Megapixels
Maximum Recording Time (with an 80-min. cassette)	SP: 80 min
Lens	Zoom Ratio: 20x Optical Focal Length: 4.5mm - 90mm (32.5mm - 650mm; 35mm photo equivalent) Zoom Speed: 16 Zoom Speeds, plus High Speed and variable Max. F/Stop: f/1.6 -- 35mm Filter Size: 72mm
White Balance	Outdoor, Indoor, Manual, Set (2x), Color Temperature (in degrees Kelvin)
Image Stabilization	Super-Range Optical
AF System	3 Mode Instant Auto Focus (external sensor plus TTL)
Viewfinder	Widescreen .57" Color Viewfinder (Approx 269,000 pixels)
LCD Screen	2.8" Widescreen LCD (Approx. 207,000 pixels)
Recording Media	MiniDV Cassette
DV Terminal	IEEE 1394
Video Terminal	LANC terminal, BNC Video, Component Video, and Composite Video
Audio	2-channel recording/MPEG1 Audio Layer II DV 16 bit (48 kHz) 12 bit (32 kHz) 4ch synchronous recording not possible HDV 2-channel recording/MPEG1 Audio Layer II
Microphone Terminal	2 XLR (line/mic level) inputs with phantom power (+48v) Mic terminal (3.5mm)
Dimensions	Approx 6.4 x 7.4 x 13.8 in (163 x 189 x 350 mm) - not including grip belt Approx. 6.4 x 7.4 x 12.4 in (140 x 189 x 314 mm) - not including the lens hood and grip belt
Weight (not including lens and battery pack)	4.6 lb (2100g)
Weight (fully loaded)	5.2 lb (2300g)

Features

	The Image Quality of High Definition
	Genuine Canon HD Zoom Lens
	3 CCD Performance
	Super-Range Optical Image Stabilizer
	Instant AF
	DIGIC DV ll HD Image Processor
	Complete Customization
	60i / 50i Video Mode Option
	Additional Features

The Image Quality of High Definition

The XH A1 captures true 1080 High Definition resolution video at 60i, 30F or 24F frame rates (or, 50i/60i with optional upgrade). It captures a true 16:9 widescreen HD image that's made for your broadcast and theatrical projects.

Genuine Canon HD Zoom Lens


The XH A1 comes with a Genuine Canon 20x HD zoom lens that shows why the name Canon is synonymous with optical excellence. Canon reserves the L-Series designation for its highest quality photographic lenses. The Professional L Series Fluorite lens of the XH A1 ensures outstanding resolution, contrast and color reproduction, and delivers clarity and image quality you won't see with conventional optical glass lenses. And, because it's an ultra-low dispersion (UD) lens, chromatic aberration is reduced for brilliant results. The XH A1's design gives you equally impressive operational performance. The design lets you operate the zoom using the lens barrel ring, the control on the camera's grip, or the control on the camera's handle. When using the zoom ring on the lens, you can control the speed of your zoom by varying the angle of the ring, or by varying the speed at which you rotate the ring. When using the grip control, you can zoom at 16 different speeds; or you can use the control to operate at a single zoom speed which you preset. When using the handle zoom control, you can operate the zoom at a single speed which you preset. You can also select high-speed zoom to increase the zoom speed when using either the grip or handle control. And, because the lens is designed with a zoom ring, you can operate zoom, focus and aperture using a single hand. This f1.6 - 3.5, 4.5 - 90mm lens gives you a wide view that is equivalent -- at its widest -- to a 32.5mm focal length lens on a 35mm camera. It also comes with 2 built-in ND filters, and can be enhanced with an optional WD-72 wide converter (.75x) to meet all your needs.

On Jul-23-07 at 14:07:56 PDT, seller added the following information:

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