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Canon Optura 50 Digital Camcorder - 2.5" LCD - CCD

16:9 - 2 Megapixel Image - 1.2 Megapixel Video - 10x Optical Zoom - 200x Digital Zoom - 16 MB MultiMediaCard MMC Included - MPN: 0330B001

Product Details of Canon Optura 50 Digital Camcorder - 2.5" LCD - CCD

Description

Take control and capture your video and photographic memories the way you want to remember them - all with a single camera. The Optura 60 combines extraordinary 2.2 Megapixel performance with advanced controls for your digital photography. The camcorder also lets you take as much or as little control over your video as you want with a wide range of automatic settings. With these advanced controls and automatic settings - along with an advanced, 9-point Auto Intelligent Autofocus - there are no limits to your creativity. You always get the shot you want. Low light levels won't stop you either. With the Optura's Night Mode, the sensitivity of the camera's CCD is automatically boosted and the shutter speed is lowered to give you better performance in dim conditions.

Summary

Product Title: Canon Optura 50 Digital Camcorder - 2.5" LCD - CCD

Manufacturer: Canon

Power Score: 4.2 | 10 Reviews

Reviews on Canon Optura 50 Digital Camcorder - 2.5" LCD - CCD

  • 4
  By member: yxz029000 - Jun 23, 2006

Optura 50 is a good choice

Strengths: Very easy to hold and operate. The quality of the video is pretty good even under low light. The battery is decent.

Weakness: Since it is compact size, all those plugs for powers, earphones and etc are crammed all over the camcorder protected with a rubber protector. I am concerned the protection rubber may wear out.

Overall, For about $410, this camcorder is a good choice. The camcorder performs well even under low light, though I have not tried it under totally dark situation. I have concerns regarding the rubber protector for those plugs. It seems pretty fragile to me and I am not sure whether that is a longlasting piece.

  • 5
  By member: ambikapathij - Mar 17, 2006

Canon Optura 50

Strengths: Canon Optics, Ports, RGB

Weakness: Function buttons

I was looking for an camcorder for price ranging $300 to $400 and found reviews on Optura 50 stating the RGB and true color in video, I am impressed than the latest models from Canon (ZR 500 / 600 / 700). This is an excellent camcorder from Canon and the price at newegg was $439.95 (MSRP $799). Overall I would recommend this Optura 50..

  • 5
  By member: matthewsweeney - Feb 16, 2006

Great Quality, Features, and Value

Strengths: Optical Image Stabilization, color quality, wireless remote, photo capabilities, Analog->Digital Conversion, Easy menu controls, and lots of extras that just make it easy to use

Weakness: Battery life, USB 1.1 on card reader for photo (a little slow)

I've been using this camcorder for almost two months now, and I couldn't be happier. I was originally going to get the optura 60 because it was close in cost after rebate, but I don't feel like I'm missing out. I paid ~$460 shipped for the camcorder and it's a steal at that price. The menus are easy to navigate, the zoom control is right on your index finger, there's a "end search" function that...

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  • 4
  By member: braveranger - Oct 10, 2005

Very satisfied

Strengths: 1. Very high picture quality in normal light. 2. True 16:9 widescreen mode. 3. Compact size.

Weakness: Grainy color in low light.

The most outstanding feature of the Optura 50 is the resolution and color reproduction. I took some test recording on a sunny day. When played back on TV, the picture quality is comparable to cable TV signal. All borders are clearly defined and colors are vivid and real. I also took some recording in 16:9 mode. The picture looks great on a widescreen TV. I like the size of the camcorder. It fits...

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  • 4
  By member: mnasongco - Dec 15, 2005

Very Slick, and eacy to click

Strengths: lightweight, 2 MP with flash camera, great CD package, very small but powerful camcorder.

Weakness: none

The weight of this camcorder is amazing only 1.2 lb. The Canon Optura is a very strong camcorder. Great manual control, vivid stills. The video's performance is very good.

  • 4
  By member: rgpai - Sep 16, 2005

Canon Optura 50 MiniDV Digital Camcorder

Strengths: light weight

Weakness: none

Its light weight and the prcture quality is good..Not only that, the Optura 50 makes it easy for you to share your great shots. The camcorder connects with your computer effortlessly, letting you manage, stream and e-mail your memories for all to enjoy

  • 5
  By member: Lowest Price Electronics - Dec 20, 2005

Simply Excellnet

Strengths: Can take 2MP still picture, great picture quality, compact and silent, analog to digital conversion, light sensitivity (can take good movie or picture in dim light), top loading

Weakness: None

This camcoder meets my expectation. Compared to the features the price is bargain. The camcoder is really compact and ligth weight. The 10X zoom is mor ethan enough. The 2MP stipp photo capability is really great and the picture quality is pretty decent. Movie and images are very clear in dim light. The light sensors are awesome. In all thumbs up to this camcoder. It's worth the price for the...

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  • 3.0
  reviewgist.com - Apr 22, 2010

ReviewGist for Canon Optura 50 Mini DV Digital Camcorder

Video is Good according to 7 Camcorder experts. -- "great looking video"-easycamcorders.com -- "high quality video performance"-easycamcorders.com -- "This level of quality was evident even on our motion video test, where details were exceptionally sharp and free of artifacts."-pcmag.com Read more to find expert opinions on more features like Optics, Battery, Interface, etc.

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  • 4.0
  easycamcorders.com - Oct 13, 2005

Quick Review Camcorders: Canon Optura 50

The Canon Optura 50 features almost all of the elements that made its older brother, the Optura 60, such a great camcorder. It is the lowest end of the Optura series this year, but it retains the same 1/3.4” CCD, solid automatic and manual controls, and great handling of the Optura 60. The hundred dollars you save by not stepping up to the Optura 60 could even go towards some nice peripherals...

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  • 4.5
  CamcorderInfo - Sep 2, 2005

Canon Optura 50 Camcorder Review

The Optura 50 would make a strong contender for best camcorder in its price class (retail $799, street prices around $600), were it not for the absence of a few really useful features found on its big sister model, the Optura 60 and it's low light performance. Missing the active accessory shoe, and the better zoom (10x down from 14x), the Optura 50 seems like a questionable better value at a...

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