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Canon VIXIA HV30

 

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  • User Score (590)
    9.1 9.1 from 590 reviewers
  • Expert Score (10)
    8.4 8.4 from 10 reviewers
  • Design (3)
    7.6 7.6 from 3 reviewers
  • Value for money (4)
    8.5 8.5 from 4 reviewers
  • Ease of use (2)
    7.6 7.6 from 2 reviewers
  • Sound quality (5)
    7.2 7.2 from 5 reviewers
  • Picture quality (3)
    8.1 8.1 from 3 reviewers
  • Battery performance (2)
    6.6 6.6 from 2 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

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Users:
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. TechRadar UK

    TechRadar UK
    9.0/10
    21 April 2008

    If you want a very good camcorder, then we recommend the Canon HV30. It has a higher quality image than the latest HDD models at the same price. Read more

    • Superb stills and video, Tried and tested format, Better image quality than HDD models, Faster import than HDD models
    • Cumbersome to use, Last year's HV20 is essentially identical

  2. gadgetheaven.co.uk

    20 November 2011

    The Excellent Canon HV30 Camcorder The Canon HV30 utilises the pioneering Canon HD Camera System to deliver breathtaking HDV1080i performance into the Read more

  3. CNET

    CNET
    8.0/10
    6 March 2008

    An extremely minor upgrade from the HV20, the Canon HV30 remains a quality HDV camcorder with a couple of performance issues Read more

    • Generally excellent video quality, Solid feature set for its class, Well designed
    • Tape housing feels flimsy, Fixed eye-level viewfinder needs a better eye cup, Manual focus dial loose

  4. TrustedReviews

    TrustedReviews
    29 August 2008

    Canon has clearly heeded the cliché ‘if it ain't broke, don't fix it' with the HV30. Its predecessor was a great camcorder for serious video makers... Read more

  5. PC Advisor

    PC Advisor
    8.0/10
    17 April 2008

    The Canon Vixia HV30 is a fine choice for die-hard MiniDV users, offering superb video quality and a bunch of nifty features. Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Camera will not work with new laptops

    Amazon
    2.0/10
    Reviewer: pp-chalick, Amazon
    7 December 2011

    the new laptops only come with USB ports. I bought this camera for around $1000 two years ago. Read more

  2. Excellent

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: Well Read, Amazon
    26 December 2008

    I bought this recently to film my wedding and honeymoon and the video quality is simply stunning. Read more

  3. "Great HDV camera"

    CNET
    9.0/10
    Reviewer: ChromeXenon, CNET
    29 December 2010

    I got this camera last year from Future Shop in Canada on clearance for $300, so I couldn't pass up the deal. Read more

    • - Video quality - Low light performance - Electronic view finder and LCD - HDV video editing compatibility
    • - Full 1080p CMOS senson, but limited to 1440x1080i due to HDV format - Tape door could be better designed

  4. The Canon HV30 is a great camcorder!

    10/10
    Reviewer: chungmike, epinions.com
    2 weeks ago

    I've had the HV30 since April 1, 2008, and so far I think it's great. Read more

    • High definition 30P - Progressive mode looks amazing....just like a movie! Cool black case.
    • Cheap battery comes with the camcorder. No strap included.

  5. Compact camcorder; Superb video quality

    ABT Electronics
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Patty Patty, ABT Electronics
    23 March 2009

    I bought this camcorder because I want to record HD movies on miniDV. It is no better time to purchase one because the price has reduced in... Read more

    • Great Features, Great Picture Quality
    • Uncomfortable

  • WikiFreak Description

Canon VIXIA HV30

The Canon VIXIA HV30 incorporates Full HD CMOS Sensor, DIGIC DV II , Image stabilization, Instant Auto Focus, SuperRange Optical Image Stablization and uses a 10 x HD video zoom lens.

Features

The Canon VIXIA HV30 captures true 1080 High Definition resolution in 16:9 format, using MiniDV cassette tapes. The High Definition video lens is a 10x HD Genuine Canon Optical Zoom, which also uses Super Spectra coating technology and the aspheric design of the lens. The camcorder al…

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Canon VIXIA HV30

The Canon VIXIA HV30 incorporates Full HD CMOS Sensor, DIGIC DV II , Image stabilization, Instant Auto Focus, SuperRange Optical Image Stablization and uses a 10 x HD video zoom lens.

Features

The Canon VIXIA HV30 captures true 1080 High Definition resolution in 16:9 format, using MiniDV cassette tapes. The High Definition video lens is a 10x HD Genuine Canon Optical Zoom, which also uses Super Spectra coating technology and the aspheric design of the lens. The camcorder also is designed with CMOS Image sensor which reproduces images at 1920 x 1080 resolutions with full HD in images. It also uses the RGB Primary Colour Filter with Bayer Pattern. In addition to this it includes the DIGIC DV II , SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization, Instant Auto Focus and a 2.7” Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD. It also features 24p cinema mode and 30p progressive mode. The Canon VIXIA HV30 can be connected to Canon printers or PictBridge compatible printer with the supplied USB cable. The videos and still images can be transferred, if connected to a computer; the Print/Share button can be used.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

  • Canon HD Camera System
  • Instant AF
  • 10x optical zoom lens with Super Range OIS
  • Versatile range of connections and inputs
  • Multiangle Vivid L…

Manufacturer's Specs

  • Recording Medium
    HDV
  • Type
    1/2.7" CMOS
  • Total Pixels
    2.96 megapixel

Release Date

  • First seen
    26 January 2008

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    ive recently heard that some people who have bought this camera have had some trouble getting their footage onto a computer to edit does anyone have any advice on how to do this i.e. type of computer software etc. cheers

    Answered by chez 2009-12-07:

    It actually depends on the compatible of your

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