LEGRIA HV 40

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The Canon VIXIA HV40 is one of the latest additions to our large family of HD camcorders. For those seeking the ultimate in HD video quality, we bring a host of Canon Exclusive features you won't find anywhere else - from our own 2.96 Full HD CMOS image sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II image processor, delivering breathtaking detail and the best in color reproduction, to SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization and Instant Auto Focus to give you the ultimate control demanded by High Definition. With the Genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other advanced features the VIXIA HV40 is sure to be your choice in High Definition camcorders. If you wish to continue to use your existing Standard Definition equipment, the VIXIA HV40 has both SD and HD recording modes.

 

The VIXIA HV40 is easy to use and delivers the high level of performance you've come to expect from Canon. Our vast experience with photographic and broadcast television cameras brings you the optical excellence, advanced image processing, superb performance, and the latest in technological advancements you expect. The VIXIA HV40 is the premium quality High Definition video tape camcorder for sophisticated and discerning videographers.

  30P Progressive Mode : Delivers clarity to fast-action subjects and is the perfect frame rate for clips intended to be posted on the web Windows Vista : Certified compatible with Windows Vista operating system Super Range Optical Image Stabilizer : Corrects shake instantly covering a wide range of movements to keep your video and photos blur-free High Definition Multimedia Interface : Terminal using a single cable to transport High Definition video with audio to your HDTV High Definition Video : High Definiton Video recorded to miniDV cassette tapes.
USB 2.0 Logo : This terminal allows for ultra-fast transfer of movies and photos. HD Video Lens : Using aspherical lens to achieve low chromatic aberration, and a super spectra coating technology to lower flare DIGIC DV II Processor : Ensures the highest image quality for both video and still images using Canon designed image processing technology Full HD : Canon High Definition camcorders capture images in Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution. Instant Auto Focus : Delivers fast, accurate focus combining an external sensor with a high-performance AF system ensuring sharp video
HD CMOS Full HD 1920 x 1080 : Sensors capture images at 1920 x 1080 for true HD movies and include on-chip noise reduction technology Advanced Accessory Shoe : Allows the use of additional accessories like video lights, video flash lights and directional microphones 24P Cinema Mode : Movie film frame rate of 24p and adjusts color and tonal characteristics to look and feel like a big-screen movie Multiangle Vivid LCD : Specially designed screen offering a wide viewing angle and a wide color range providing robust, accurate color.

 

Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens
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Since 1934, Canon has been producing exceptional photographic lenses that are synonymous with unsurpassed optical performance. Because of Genuine Canon Optics, every Canon broadcast lens, 35mm film camera, digital camera and camcorder assures brilliant optical quality - and the VIXIA HV40 is no exception.

The VIXIA HV40 comes with an outstanding High Definition video lens - a 10x HD Genuine Canon Optical zoom. It's the lens you need to record long shots of your child on the soccer field, wide shots of beautiful landscapes, and everything in-between. And because it comes with three pre-set zoom speeds, you always get smooth, steady, professional-looking zoom shots.

Super spectra coating technology results in images with minimal flare and ghosting. Plus, the lens' aspheric design reduces aberration and increases resolution, ensuring crisp, sharp video and enhancing the HD image quality. As well, a new gradation ND system gives you better exposures in bright shooting situations.

HD Video Lens
Brilliant Video
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Canon Exclusive - 2.96 Megapixel Full HD CMOS

RGB Primary Color Filter
HD CMOS Full HD 1920 x 1080
Canon's own CMOS sensor reproduces high-resolution images at 1920 x 1080 resolution with full HD information in video images. Compared to a CCD, the VIXIA HV40's CMOS's high color resolution and advanced color reproduction gives brilliant results. It is also unique in featuring Canon's proprietary noise reduction technologies for crisp, sharp images. Low noise technology also means that even in dimly lit scenes, the signal from each pixel is as pure as possible, with minimal noise or other aberrations. It's the ideal sensor for HD.

In addition, the VIXIA HV40 uses an RGB Primary Color Filter that separates light into red, green and blue color components. This results in vibrant images with deep, rich, accurate color and natural-looking tones similar to what you'd obtain from 3CCD camcorders.

Canon Exclusive - Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor

DIGIC DV II
Thanks to the DIGIC DV II image processor, a Canon Exclusive, the VIXIA HV40 produces video with improved color reproduction - especially in skin tones, and dark and light scenes. It also uses a hybrid noise reduction system that uses two types of noise reduction, for high definition images that are crystal clear.
Variable Zoom Speed Control

Another sure sign of amateur video is the unsteady zoom shot. But with the VIXIA HV40's zoom control, you simply select one of three pre-set zoom speeds for smooth, steady, professional-looking zooms.

Level and Grid Markers



Simulated Image
With the Level Marker feature, it's easy to keep your camera level for more professional-looking video. Line up any horizontal lines in your shot - such as the horizon - to the marker and you can be sure your camcorder is level.

The VIXIA HV40's Grid Marker feature lets you compose your shot accurately, according to the grid in your viewfinder. You can even choose from two different colors for the grid. This ensures that you see the grid, no matter what the background color of your shot.
Low Light Performance

Some of the most magical shots are taken at the end of the day or long after the sun has set. You won't miss any of them, thanks to the VIXIA HV40's bright Mini Video Light. The light lets you shoot subjects in color in low light up to 4.9 feet away. So, whether it's a shot of a sleeping baby, or a group of friends on a candle-lit terrace at night, the VIXIA HV40 captures all the moments you want to record.
Additional Features
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  • Analog-Digital Converter
    The Built-in Electronic Lens Cover means you never have to go looking for your lens cover again. Turn your camcorder on and the lens cover automatically opens. Turn it off, and the cover closes.
  • Playback of 60i/30p/24p Video.
  • USB 2.0 Full Speed Terminal for fast transfer of photos.
  • Analog-Digital Converter lets you share the precious video memories you have stored on analog videotapes. Simply feed the analog signal from your TV, VCR or analog camcorder to your VIXIA HV40 to convert the signal to digital for recording on DV tape. Or use your VIXIA HV40 as a signal converter by connecting it between an analog device and another digital device.
  • Wireless Remote Control lets you operate your VIXIA HV40 from a distance, so you won't be left out of the picture.
  • 1 Year Parts And Labor Limited Warranty provides protection long after other manufacturers' warranties expire.
Digital Video
Standard Definition or High Definition
 High Definition
Power Consumption
 4.3 W
Television System
 NTSC
Video Recording system
 MPEG2
Image Sensor
 1/2.7-inch CMOS, RGB Primary Color Filter
Total Pixels
 Approx. 2.96 Megapixels
Effective Pixels
 Tape: HD/DV (16:9) mode: Approx 2.07 Megapixels (1920x1080)
DV (4:3) mode: Approx 1.55 Megapixels (1440 x 1080)
Card: (16:9) mode: Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080), (4:3) mode: Approx. 2.76 Megapixels (1440 x 1080)
Tape Format
 HDV / DV
Maximum recording time
 SP: 80 minutes, HDV, DV
LP: 120 minutes DV
Lens
 Zoom Ratio 10x Optical / 200x Digital
Focal Length f=6.1-61mm (35mm equivalent: 43.6 - 436mm)
Zoom Speed Variable / 3 Fixed Zoom Speeds
Max. F/Stop f/1.8-3.0mm (when tapes are used)
Focusing System
 Instant AF, TTL (through the lens)
Manual Exposure
 Yes
Programmed AE
 Auto, Program, Av, Tv, CINE, Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, Fireworks
Max Shutter Speed
 Movie: 1/2000, Still image: 1/500
Auto Date/Time
 Yes
Record Search/Review
 Yes
Minimum Focusing Distance
 10 mm (wide) / 1m (tele)
White Balance
 Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Manual
Frame Rate
 60i, Native 24p Progressive (records at 24p), 24p Progressive (records at 60i), 30p Progressive (records at 60i)
Minimum Illumination
 0.2 lx (Night Mode)
Image Stabilization
 SuperRange Optical (lens shift)
Filter Diameter
 43mm
Viewfinder
 Widescreen 0.27-inch Color Viewfinder / (Approx. 123,000 dots)
LCD Screen
 2.7-inch Widescreen LCD (Approx. 211,000 dots)
Recording Media
 High Definition Mini DV (recommended) (63 min) or MiniDV cassette
USB Terminal
 USB 2.0 Full Speed
Video Terminal
 component (output), composite (output)
Audio
 DV: 16 bit (2ch) 48 kHz 12 bit (4ch) 32 kHz 4ch synchronous recording not possible HDV: MPEG1 Audio Layer II (2 ch) (4-channel playback of tapes containing 4-channel recordings possible)
Accessory Shoe
 Advanced
Supplied Video Editing Software
 None
HDMI Terminal
 HDMI Type A (19 pins) Connector (output)
Microphone Terminal
 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack
AV Mini Terminal/Headphone Terminal
 3.5 mm 4 pole mini-jack (video/audio input and output)
Dimensions
 (W X H X D) 3.5 x 3.2 x 5.4 in. (88 x 82 x 138mm)
Weight (not including lens and battery pack)
 1.2 lbs. (535g)

Weight (fully loaded)

What's in the Box
VIXIA HV40 Camcorder
Battery Pack BP-2L13
Compact Power Adapter CA-570
Wireless Controller WL-D87
Component Cable CTC-100/S
Stereo Video Cable STV-250N
USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
Digital Video Solution Disk
VIXIA HV40
1.4 lbs. (615g)
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