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Canon DC50 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD

16:9 - 5 Megapixel Image - 4 Megapixel Video - 10x Optical Zoom - 200x Digital Zoom - Optical IS - MPN: 2055B001 See Product Details

Product Details of Canon DC50 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD

Description

The DC50 is at the top of Canon's impressive line of DVD camcorders with the performance of a 5.39 Megapixels CCD image sensor - outstanding video quality and 5 Megapixels digital photographs. You get an array of advanced features including Super-Range Optical Image Stabilization, Dual Layer recording capability and Canon's exclusive next-generation DIGIC DV II for uncompromised video and still image processing. The DC50 is also easy to use, with the Joystick exposure control, Quick Start, and Horizontal Marker - all in a stylish and easy-to-use design.

Quick Glance

Recording Media: Optical Media, Memory Card, DVD

LCD Screen Size: 2.7 in

Video Resolution: 640 x 480 (VGA)

Interface Type: 1 x USB, 1 x Composite Video Out, 1 x DC Power In

Image Stabilization: Optical

Optical Zoom: 10

Weight: 17.6

Summary

Product Title: Canon DC50 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD

Manufacturer: Canon

Power Score: 3.9 | 8 Reviews

Image Processor

Image Sensor: CCD

Image Sensor Quantity: 1

Image Sensor Size: 1/2.7"

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: DV

Maximum Video Capture Resolution: 640 x 480 (VGA)

Minimum Lux Rating: 0.3 lux

Image Stabilization: Optical

General Features

LCD Screen Size: 2.7 in

Interface Connection: 1 x USB, 1 x Composite Video Out, 1 x DC Power In

Additional Features: Built-in Light, Built-in Speaker, Fader Function, PictBridge Support

Power

Power Source: Lithium Battery

Dimensions

Height: 3.5 in

Width: 2.4 in

Depth: 5.1 in

Weight: 1.10 lbs

Dimensions: 3.50" Height x 2.40" Width x 5.10" Depth - not including grip belt

Warranty

Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited

More Info

URL: Manufacturer Link

Additional Specifications

Frequency Band: 3.68 MegaPixels Video Resolution in Widescreen (16:9) Mode Built-in Electronic Lens Cover Built-in Ultra Video Light Built-in Flash with Red-Eye Reduction Easy Menu System Lower Power consumption Menu Languages: German English Spanish French Italian Polish Romanian Turkish Russian Ukrainian Arabic Persian Thai Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese Korean Japanese

Exposure Control: Program AE (P) Aperture Priority (AV) Shutter Priority (TV)

Viewfinder Type: Electronic

Product Series: DC

Maximum Image Resolution: 2581 x 1936

Effective Image Resolution: 5 Megapixel

Effective Video Resolution: 4 Megapixel

Total Camcorder Resolution: 5.4 Megapixel

Maximum Video Lines: 525

Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 43.80 mm to 438 mm

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Reviews on Canon DC50 Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD

  • 4
  By member: franlob - Feb 6, 2008

camcorder with 5 megapixel still camera

Strengths: 5 megapixel still camera with many photo options. Remote helps navigate menus. Image stabilization feature.

Weakness: High sticker price for standard-definition camcorder. Hard to understand manual and software.

What makes the Canon DC50 unique is the 5 megapixel still photo capability with many options, including continuous shooting mode. You can record photos on a microSD or on a mini DVD. The camcorder fits comfortably in the hand. The viewfinder sits back, away from your face, and can be angled for a better view. The remote option is a helpful alternative to using the joystick. As a first-time...

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  • 4
  By member: polunma - May 15, 2007

really slim, good quality

Strengths: slim, light, good video quality

Weakness: unfriendly software, complicated function setting

This camcorder is very slim and record very nice quality of videos, though I find the color saturation is not as good as Canon DSLR. The recording time for a single mini-dvd-r is about 30 minutes, which is enough for making home-videos but not long enough for recording an event. Moreover, the software is not very easy to use, and the function setting of the camcorder needs some time to get used...

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  • 5
  By member: neikusc - Nov 29, 2007

Great Camcorder!

Strengths: Camcorder works good if you record during day time indoor or outside and good quality.

Weakness: The software is unfriendly, but that is not a big problem.

After researching on many similar camcorders from different manufacturers, I purchased DC50. What a great choice !!! This is my very first camcorder and nothing to complain about; easy to operate. I LOVE IT !!!

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  • 3.5
  cnet.com - Nov 19, 2007

Canon DC50

THE GOOD: Very robust still-photo mode; good video quality; features both video light and flash. THE BAD: Pricey for a standard-def camcorder, uses miniSD instead of SD cards. THE BOTTOM LINE: If you can get past the DC50s sticker shock, youll find a very nice, simple DVD camcorder that can produce some surprisingly good snapshots.

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  • 3.0
  reviewgist.com - Jan 5, 2010

Best DVD Canon Camcorder

Video is Excellent according to 10 Camcorder experts. -- "This camcorder takes outstanding video as well as still photos, and makes lots of useful controls available for both modes"-pcworld.com -- "the Canon DC50 takes outstanding video"-pcadvisor.co.uk -- "The advanced 5.39-megapixel CCD produces stunningly vivid video and color"-circuitcity.com Read more to find expert opinions on more features...

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  • 2.3
  productwiki.com - Aug 17, 2009

Canon DC50

The Canon DC50 is a DVD camcorder that falls at the top of Canons line of DVD camcorders. This camera has a 5.39 megapixel CCD image sensor for outstanding video quality and 5 megapixel photographs. It has a 10x optical zoom and is and uses Super-Range Optical Image Stabilization and Canons exclusive next-generation DIGIC DV II for uncompromised video and still image processing. The DC50 is easy...

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  • 3.8
  testseek.com - Oct 22, 2008

Canon DC50

TestSeek.com has collected 13 expert reviews for Canon DC50 and the average expert rating is 75 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use TestSeek.com to find all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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  • 3.8
  TopTenREVIEWS.com - Jul 16, 2008

canon dc50

Canon Dc50 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 3 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #41 MiniDV 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...

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