Canon LEGRIA - Six New Camcorders

January 5, 2009: Canon has released details of six new digital video cameras that will go on sale in mid-March 2009.

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The LEGRIA FS-series focuses on making video capture fun, featuring lightweight and stylish camera bodies, two of which (the LEGRIA FS22 and FS21) include Dual Flash Memory technology that records to SD/SDHC memory cards as well as an internal memory. The LEGRIA FS22 has 32GB of on board memory while the FS21has 16GB. The third model, the LEGRIA FS200, which is available in four colours, shoots straight to memory card.

All three models introduce several features that make moviemaking easy. Video Snapshot lets users create movie montages in-camera, while the Pre REC function starts recording the instant the record button is pressed, ensuring key shots are never missed. A new Dual Shot function allows users to record both still images and video clips without changing shooting modes, while the Advanced Zoom function offers up to 45x zoom with the LEGRIA FS22 and FS21 models and 41x with the LEGRIA FS200.
Significantly smaller than predecessor models - the FS11, FS10 and FS100 - each new LEGRIA FS-series DV camera weighs only 230 grams and fits comfortably into a jacket pocket or a small bag. All models include a new Quick Charge feature for fast battery charging that provides up to one hour's shooting from a 20 minute charge.

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The new HF series camcorders include the same Dual Shot, Video Snapshot and Pre REC modes as the FS series but add Face Detection technology and Instant AF for precise and rapid autofocusing. They also offer 3.3 megapixel still capture plus a Photo Burst function that records stills at 2.07 megapixels. Both models have microphone input and manual audio controls and come with a Mini Advanced Accessory Shoe plus HDMI and component outputs.


Dual Flash Memory technology enables users to record to either the 32GB internal memory or removable SD/SDHC memory cards. Targeted at enthusiast moviemakers, this model provides all the functions of the other LEGRIA models and adds a Control Dial and Custom Key for additional control.


The LCD screen can also be set to 100% underscan to show exactly what will be displayed on a TV screen. AGC level limits, usually only found on high-end DV cameras, allow users to boost the DV camera's responsiveness when shooting in low light conditions. Pricing for the new models has still to be determined.