The Canon VIXIA HF G21 Full HD Camcorder captures 1920 x 1080 Full HD video using a 1/2.84", 2.9MP HD CMOS Pro image sensor, and a 20x optical/400x digital zoom lens. The VIXIA HF G21's impressive low-light performance and wide dynamic range help to reproduce image gradations faithfully, open up shadowed areas, and minimize overblown highlighted areas. Pro-style features include a circular, eight-blade aperture for producing smooth, rounded highlights in out-of-focus areas (otherwise known as "bokeh"). This versatile camcorder records crisp, detailed images with Full HD 1080p60 recording in both MP4 and AVCHD file formats. Share your footage at maximum bit rates of 35 Mbps in MP4, and 28 Mbps in AVCHD. For you cinephiles out there, a native 24p mode provides a "film-like" capture rate. Create slow motion effects, or speed up your footage with the VIXIA HF G21's various frame rates including interval recording from 2x to 1200x normal speed. Reduce blown-out highlights and produce smooth, accurate gradations in tone and exposure with the VIXIA HF G21's Wide DR Gamma mode. Capture saturated, accurately detailed colors in Highlight Priority mode, designed to reproduce an HDR-like look on bright LCD TV displays. An intelligent optical image-stabilization system offers Powered, Dynamic, and Auto On/Off modes for smoothing out long-lens or action footage. Additional pro-style shooting options include full manual control, assignable user buttons, an audio test tone, and display functions like zebra display and color bars. A focus peaking function highlights the edges of your subject when they're sharp, providing a quick focus check. Use widely available media cards to record to the VIXIA HF G21's two SD/SDHC/SDXC memory-card slots. Dual and Relay Recording functions enable you to simultaneously record to both cards when you want a backup, or to relay record for an extended shooting period. Optional accessories, like a light or microphone, can be added using the VIXIA HF G21's Mini Advanced Shoe. Canon 20x Zoom LensThe VIXIA HF G21 features a 20x optical, 400x digital HD zoom lens that works with Canon's HD CMOS Pro image sensor to capture video with Full HD resolution, superb low-light performance, and a wide dynamic range.8-Blade Circular ApertureA circular, eight-blade aperture produces smooth, rounded highlights in out-of-focus areas ("bokeh").Improved Low-Light PerformanceThe 1/2.84", 2.91MP HD CMOS Pro image sensor features improved low-light performance, producing detailed, sharp images in a wider range of light settings.1080p60 RecordingThe VIXIA HF G21 offers Full HD 1080p60 recording in both MP4 and AVCHD file formats, with maximum bit rates of 35 Mbps in MP4, and 28 Mbps in AVCHD.3.0" Touchscreen LCD DisplayUse this camcorder's touchscreen LCD panel for viewing, and to quickly control the camera's settings.Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card SlotsRecord to widely available SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards using the VIXIA HF G21's two media slots.Dual and Relay RecordingRecord simultaneously to both cards when you want a backup, or relay record for an extended shooting period.Slow and Fast MotionCreate slow or fast motion effects with the VIXIA HF G21's various frame rates, including interval recording from 2x to 1200x normal speed.Wide Dynamic RangeThe VIXIA HF G21's wide dynamic range enables exceptional reproduction of both highlights and shadows, and displays finer overall image gradation.Highlight Priority ModeCapture saturated, accurately detailed colors in Highlight Priority mode, designed to reproduce an HDR-like look on bright LCD TV displays.Intelligent Optical Image StabilizationThe VIXIA HF G21 features an intelligent, optical image-stabilization system offering Powered, Dynamic, and Auto On/Off modes for smoothing out long-lens or action footage.
Main Unit:
Item Code: 2404C002AA
Format: High Definition
Power Supply (rated): 7.4V DC (Battery Pack), 8.4V DC (DC IN)
Television System: NTSC
Video Recording system:
Compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
File Format: AVCHD Ver 2.0 Compliant (AVCHD Progressive), MP4
Audio Recording system:
AVCHD: Linear PCM (2ch)* / Dolby Digital (2ch)**
MP4: MPEG-2 AAC-LC (2ch)
NOTES:
* 28 Mbps or 24 Mbps video recording modes only; 16-bit resolution.
** Dolby Digital (5.1ch) is provided when the 5.1-Channel Surround Microphone SM-V1 is used.
Image Sensor: 1/2.84-inch CMOS, RGB Primary Color Filter
Total Pixels: Approx. 3.09 megapixels (2208 x 1398)
Effective Pixels: Approx. 2.91 megapixels (2136 x 1362)
Lens:
Zoom Ratio: 20x Optical / 400x Digital
Focal Length: 3.67-73.4mm (35mm equivalent: 26.8-576mm with Standard IS/IS Off, 28.8-576mm with Dynamic IS)
Zoom Speed: Variable speed / Constant speed (16 levels); Fast, Normal or Slow
Max. F/Stop: f/1.8-2.8
Focusing System:
Hybrid AF (TTL-video signal detection system and external phase difference metering system), Normal AF (TTL-video signal selection system), Face Only AF, Manual Focus
Hybrid AF Controls: Instant AF, Medium AF
Manual Exposure: Available
Programmed AE:
Auto Mode: Smart Auto
Manual Mode: P, Tv, Av, M (Manual Exposure), SCN (Portrait, Sports, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Night, Low Light, Spotlight, Fireworks)
Cinema Mode: P, Tv, Av, M
Max Shutter Speed: 1/2000 sec.
Minimum Focusing Distance: 20mm (at wide end), 60cm (from lens front) across zooming range
White Balance: Auto, Preset (Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent H, Fluorescent), Color Temperature Settings (2,000-15,000K), Set (1/2)
Frame Rate:
AVCHD: 60p, 60i, PF29.97, 24p
MP4: 60p, 30p, 24p
Minimum Illumination:
P Mode: Approx. 1.2 lux (shutter speed 1/30 sec., with auto slow shutter on)
