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Canon DC100 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD

16:9 - 0.5 Megapixel Image - 0.3 Megapixel Video - 25x Optical Zoom - 1000x Digital Zoom - Electronic IS - MPN: 1185B001 See Product Details

Product Details of Canon DC100 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD

Description

The name Canon has always meant photographic and broadcast television cameras with optical excellence, advanced image processing, and superb performance. And Canon digital video camcorders are no exception. In fact, Canon digital camcorders include the latest advancement: a family of sophisticated and powerful DVD camcorders. With this innovative line, you experience all the image quality, convenience and compatibility of DVDs, in sleek and compactly designed camcorders. With the affordable DC100, you get all the convenience and functionality of recording and sharing your videos with DVD technology. You also get the same Canon expertise and features found on more expensive camcorders. The DC100 delivers great video and makes it easy to capture the precious moments in your life.

Quick Glance

Recording Media: Optical Media, DVD

LCD Screen Size: 2.7 in

Interface Type: 1 x DC Power In

Image Stabilization: Electronic

Optical Zoom: 25

Weight: 14.50

Summary

Product Title: Canon DC100 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD

Manufacturer: Canon

Power Score: 3.7 | 15 Reviews

Image Processor

Image Sensor: CCD

Image Sensor Quantity: 1

Image Sensor Size: 1/6"

Lens Features

Optical Zoom: 25 X

Digital Zoom: 1000x

Video Recording

Recording Media: Optical Media, DVD

Video Capture Format: MPEG-2

Minimum Lux Rating: 2 lux

Image Stabilization: Electronic

General Features

LCD Screen Size: 2.7 in

Interface Connection: 1 x DC Power In

Additional Features: Built-in Speaker, Digital Fade, Self Timer, Viewfinder

Power

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

Battery Life: 105 minute(s)

Dimensions

Height: 3.4 in

Width: 2 in

Depth: 4.8 in

Weight: 14.50 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

Additional Specifications

Frequency Band: Effective Pixels in Wide Screen (16:9) Modes: 450 KiloPixels (IS OFF) 400 KiloPixels (IS ON) Display Languages: Japanese French German Spanish Russian Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese Korean Italian Polish Thai

Exposure Control: Program AE Av (Aperture Priority) Tv (Shutter Priority)

Viewfinder Type: Electronic

Product Series: DC

Effective Image Resolution: 0.5 Megapixel

Effective Video Resolution: 0.3 Megapixel

Total Camcorder Resolution: 0.7 Megapixel

Maximum Video Lines: 525

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Reviews on Canon DC100 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD

  • 4
  By member: rw1970 - Jul 22, 2006

Very light machine that you can carry all day

Strengths: Very light weight and quiet. DVD for immediate viewing without cable.

Weakness: Expensive DVD disc and only 30 minutes for low capacity disc.

Love the weight. Until there is a good Hard drive based camcorder or later a flash based camcorder, DVD disc is the way to go. I can play on the computer without carry extra cable. Specially an advantage for while traveling. Battery life is not bad unless you have a lot of playback. The widescreen is definite advantage, however to me it is not a must have. DVD disc is very expensive since it is...

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  • 4
  By member: gurleli - Jun 13, 2006

Great Camcorder for the price

Strengths: Price, 25X Optical zoom, light weight

Weakness: Not compatible with dvd+rw, not good for taking photos

I have been using this gadget for a month. It has great features for the price. 25X optical zoom for a dvd camcorder is fantastic. You have to read the manual carefully before attempting to use it. Not complicated! Negative side: not a great performer under low light! Highly recommended.

  • 2
  By member: rpar003 - Oct 15, 2006

Some good, some bad

Strengths: Feels good, easy to hold. Picture is good, but not great under low light. Can playback on your DVD player. Good sound.

Weakness: Takes a LONG time to finalize the disc, and camcorder must be plugged in for you to do this. Picture not great under low light (ie inside) conditions. Doesn't work with all DVD players

As far as the quality of the pictures and the recording, they are not bad. Not great indoor pictures, but not bad either. Picks up sound well, and is easy to use. One small point is the record button. It is not marked at all, and it took me a while to figure out what it did. My biggest problem with this camcorder (and why I think I might return it) is that it is very difficult to get the...

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  • 5
  By member: froggy609 - Jul 18, 2006

Canon DC100

Strengths: Small and Lightweight

Weakness: No ability to watch on your computer

This camcorder is very nice in that it is very small, lightweight and has a good battery life. You record directly on DVD's. The only negative is you cannot watch on your computer and it doesnt come with a case.

  • 3
  By member: binguo - Aug 16, 2006

Not so good, but cheap

Strengths: Cheap, you can play it around, high quality

Weakness: low image solution

This camcorder is not so good as other Canon models. I was using Canon DC20 at the same time, its image quality is obviously higher than this model. But this one is the cheapest one in Canon's camcorders. So you can play it around.

  • 2
  By member: 1llessner - Dec 30, 2006

Hard to edit

Strengths: Great picture, large lcd display, good price, a few of features

Weakness: This camcorder will not let you transfer your video to programs like MircosoftMovie maker, you have to have it plugged in to finilaz it.

I would not recommend it for people that like editing and making short movies, it is a fine camera. Another draw back is that there is no way to store the videos on the computer.

  • 4
  By member: ashutosh_kharkwal - Sep 20, 2006

Nice Camcorder

Strengths: Rates, camera, zoom

Weakness: Output compatibilty.

This camcorder is worth to buy on good rates. Its remarkably sleek looking camcorder, with a slender frame and great feel in the hand. The sharpness was very good, the colors was good. Aperture Priority and Shutter Priority are both available, Manual white balance is good. Still camera is not great but its good as per whatever is expected from camera with camcorder.

  • 4
  By member: *honest*seller* - Aug 16, 2006

A decent camcorder for beginners

Strengths: Relatively cheap, good color, easy to operate

Weakness: only .68MP solution, images are not clear

This is a decent camcorder for beginners. The color is good, easy to operate, and cheap. But if you want a better image(video), you should choose other model, such as DC20.

  • 3
  By member: syerragu - Dec 15, 2006

VDR-D100

Strengths: Not existed , directly write to DVD

Weakness: no software that is big disadvantge

I think VDR-d200 is best one than this one, because this doesn't software and not have SD card in it ,and only supports dvd -r only. no light for night times too.

  • 4
  By member: mgeorgy - Nov 29, 2006

I LIKE IT SO FAR

Strengths: SMALL SIZE , EASY TO HANDLE, LIGHT TO CARRY, GOOD ZOOM.

Weakness: TAKES A BIT TOO LONG TO TURN ON AND GET READY TO RECORD SO IF YOU PLAN ON USING IT, BE PREPARED.

I LIKE ITS SIZE AND IT IS EASY TO CARRY AROUND. IT TAKES A FEW SECOND TO START SO IF YOU ARE IN A HURRY TO RECORD SOMETHING, YOU HAVE TO BE PREPARED AHEAD OF TIME AND HAVE IT TURNED ON AND READY. THE BATTERY DO NOT LAST VERY LONG SO I THINK IT'S BETTER TO HAVE ANOTHER ONE CHARGED AND READY FOR BACK UP.

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  • 3.2
  testseek.com - Feb 9, 2009

Canon DC100

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  • 3.7
  TopTenREVIEWS.com - Jul 16, 2008

Canon Dc100

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