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Canon DC40 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD

4 Megapixel Image - 3.5 Megapixel Video - 10x Optical Zoom - 200x Digital Zoom - Electronic IS - MPN: 1182B001 See Product Details

Product Details of Canon DC40 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD

Description

With the DC40's 4.3 Megapixel CCD, you get Canon's top of the line DVD camcorder and one of the highest resolution camcorders in its price range. The Smooth Zoom feature ensures smooth, steady zooms automatically, while Level Shot helps you keep your camcorder level. Plus, a large widescreen LCD makes it easy to compose and review your video. The DC40 even lets you record and show your High Resolution Widescreen images on a standard TV, in letterbox format. With the DC40, you get all the sophistication and versatility you need for your dynamic lifestyle.

Quick Glance

Recording Media: Optical Media, Memory Card, DVD

LCD Screen Size: 2.7 in

Video Resolution: 720 x 480

Interface Type: 1 x USB, 1 x Audio/Video Out, 1 x S-Video Out, 1 x DC Power In

Image Stabilization: Electronic

Optical Zoom: 10

Weight: 1.10

Summary

Product Title: Canon DC40 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD

Manufacturer: Canon

Power Score: 4.0 | 12 Reviews

Image Processor

Image Sensor: CCD

Image Sensor Quantity: 1

Image Sensor Size: 1/2.8"

Lens Features

Optical Zoom: 10 X

Digital Zoom: 200x

Filter Diameter: 37 mm

Video Recording

Recording Media: Optical Media, Memory Card, DVD

Video Capture Format: MPEG-2

Maximum Video Capture Resolution: 720 x 480

Minimum Lux Rating: 0.6 lux

Image Stabilization: Electronic

General Features

LCD Screen Size: 2.7 in

Interface Connection: 1 x USB, 1 x Audio/Video Out, 1 x S-Video Out, 1 x DC Power In

Additional Features: Built-in Light, Built-in Speaker, Fader Function, PC Connection, Self Timer, Viewfinder

Power

Power Source: DC Input, Lithium-Ion Battery, Rechargeable Battery

Battery Life: 90 minute(s)

Dimensions

Height: 3.4 in

Width: 2.4 in

Depth: 5 in

Weight: 1.10 oz

Dimensions: 3.40" Height x 2.40" Width x 5" Depth - excluding protrusions

Warranty

Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited

More Info

URL: Manufacturer Link

Crutchfield: Yes

Additional Specifications

Frequency Band: Built-in Video light Built-in Flash Effective Pixels in Wide Screen (16:9) Modes: 2.99 MegaPixels (with Image Stabilization Off) 2.74 MegaPixels (with Image Stabilization On) Menu Languages: Japanese French Italian German Spanish Russian Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese Dutch Danish Portuguese Swedish Norwegian Finnish Korean

Exposure Control: Program AE Aperture Priority Shutter Priority

Viewfinder Type: Electronic

Product Series: DC

Maximum Image Resolution: 2304 x 1736

Effective Image Resolution: 4 Megapixel

Effective Video Resolution: 3.5 Megapixel

Total Camcorder Resolution: 4.3 Megapixel

Maximum Video Lines: 525

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Reviews on Canon DC40 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD

  • 5
  By member: molina920 - Mar 14, 2007

Canon DC40--The best camcorder in the market

Strengths: excellent resolution, compact and light weight, large view finder, classy looking, and high megapixel for taking pictures.

Weakness: built-in light is blinding. Awkward to hold the unit while taking pictures because of its compact size.

I purchased Canon DC40 to prefer for the birth of my first child. After researching other camcorders in the market for a couple of weeks, I've decided that Canon DC40 has all the features I wanted and even more. Canon DC40 was rank second by consumer reports, earning a total score of 69 (highest was 71 by canon elura). I searched other merchants online and talked with their sales representatives...

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  • 5
  By member: topicz - Feb 4, 2007

Canon DC 40 Digital Camcorder

Strengths: Video Quality, Image Quality, Viewfinder, Features

Weakness: None so far

I have been using this camcorder since Christmas, and so far have been very pleased. The camcorder mode produces clear video and excellent audio quality. There are enough features on this camera to offer everything the camera/video enthusiast could want, while keeping it simple enough for novice users. Camcorder writes on DVD's which are fairly inexpensive and widely available. The camera mode...

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  • 4
  By member: chichung - May 4, 2006

Canon DC40 DVD Camcorder

Strengths: It is the best in the Market for video and photo. $ meg for the photo is a plus. I like the built i light but it is not strong enough. Lcd screen is very good.

Weakness: The control and the function markings are too small and hard to read for some older users, epecially for the joystick type control.

I own 4 camcorders before, I like this the best. I would like to have more wide angle zoom in the future product rather than the longer telephoto effect. The power input cover and the memory card cover is too cheapy and I think it can be broken if you don't hadle it carefully.

  • 5
  By member: bmattison - Nov 16, 2006

DC40 DVD Camcorder Review

Strengths: Great widescreen viewfinder, fansastic video and still camera resolution, very compact, love the flash and built-in light for videos at night. Very easy to finish and play DVDs on home DVD player.

Weakness: Slow to edit chapters and pictures within the camera. Better off letting your computer editing software handle the editing.

This is the best video camera I've seen out there. It is so compact, it fits into my pants pocket, meaning I don't mind taking it everywhere we go! The features and image resolution are the best I've ever seen. After using miniDV for my last camera, the mini DVD is the way to go! After finishing the recordings, just pop the disk into your home DVD and go. The built-in flash and video light are...

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  • 5
  By member: co0804 - Oct 13, 2006

DC40

Strengths: High resolution, light weight, dvd

Weakness: don't know yet

Been shopping around for digital camcorders for a while. I am impressed with the high resolutions that this camcorder has. Purchased several canon digital camera before and always impressed with the quality. I am also impressed with dual shot (digital photography and digital video at the same time).

  • 4
  By member: RBKearnsJr - Dec 19, 2006

DC40 DVd Camcorder - nice unit

Strengths: Small, easy to use

Weakness: None (so far)

I purchased this camera for my mom. To make sure it all works OK, I opened the box and setup. I recorded some video of my children acting goofy. Now this one is mine! I will get my mom another ;-)

  • 4
  By member: jwishnia - Dec 16, 2006

Canon DC49

Strengths: Good budget level product

Weakness: Not for those seeking more expensive aspects of videocamera shooting

If you are willing to spend upwards of $600 on a budget camera (rather than restricting yourself to the $300-400 or even lower range), this can be the camera for you. You won't find the digital technology as sharp as HD recording, nor is it great to have to use a mini-SD card for photos, but this is a top of the line product in this price range.

  • 5
  By member: helmac - Jul 9, 2006

Canon DC40

Strengths: Very good camera. Records directly to DVD. Small Size

Weakness: It is still a little expensive.

Very good product, I am very happy for this purchase. I order this camera from access2digital on July 5th and I received it after to days, in excellent condition. Also the gave me the best price possible, since it is a very new product.

  • 4
  By member: Charityth - Dec 21, 2006

DC40 DVD Camcorder

Strengths: Records directly to DVD, Takes pics while video taping.

Weakness: Owners Manual is a novel and takes forever to learn how to use this camera

I enjoy this camera it records great and has a very clear picture. I would rather use a digital camera for pictures. The owners manual is insaine. It is as big as a novel and crazy to get through. Otherwise I strongly suggest this camera to anyone who is looking for a Mini DVD camcorder.

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  • 3.0
  reviewgist.com - Jan 10, 2010

Best Video DVD Camcorder

Video is Good according to 9 Camcorder experts. -- "the Canon DC40s best-quality video looks extremely good: sharp and saturated, with accurate white balance and exposure"-reviews.cnet.com -- "Colours were bright and accurate with excellent contrast and minimal stuttering."-goodgearguide.com.au -- "good quality video"-goodgearguide.com.au Read more to find expert opinions on more features like...

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  • 4.0
  testseek.com - Feb 9, 2009

Canon DC40

Testseek.com has collected 12 expert reviews for Canon DC40 and the average expert rating is 79 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Testseek.com to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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  • 3.5
  TopTenREVIEWS.com - Jul 16, 2008

Canon DC40

Canon DC40 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 2.8 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #33 DVD camcorder of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market value, and a product's acceptance and...

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