| Product Information | |
| The Canon VIXIA HV40 is one of the latest additions to Canon's large family of HD camcorders. For those seeking the ultimate in HD video quality, Canon bring a host of Canon Exclusive features you won't find anywhere else - from Canon's own 2.96 full HD CMOS image sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II image processor, delivering breathtaking detail and the best in color reproduction, to SuperRange optical image stabilization and instant auto focus to give you the ultimate control demanded by high definition. With the genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other advanced features the VIXIA HV40 is sure to be your choice in high definition camcorders. If you wish to continue to use your existing standard definition equipment, the VIXIA HV40 has both SD and HD recording modes.The VIXIA HV40 is easy to use and delivers the high level of performance you've come to expect from Canon. Canon's vast experience with photographic and broadcast television cameras brings you the optical excellence, advanced image processing, superb performance, and the latest in technological advancements you expect. The VIXIA HV40 is the premium quality high definition video tape camcorder for sophisticated and discerning videographers. | |
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| Product Identifiers | |
| Brand | Canon |
| Model | HV40 |
| MPN | 3686B001 |
| UPC | 0013803113006, 13803113006, 4960999637181 |
| Key Features | |
| Recording System | NTSC |
| Optical Zoom | 10x |
| Digital Zoom | 200x |
| Media Type | Mini DV (HDV) |
| Resolution | 3.0 MP |
| Screen Size | 2.7" |
| Weight | 18.09 Oz. |
| Optical Sensor | |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.7" |
| Optical Sensor Qty | 1 |
| Lens System | |
| Lens Type | Zoom lens |
| Focus Adjustment | Automatic |
| Lens Filter Size | 43 mm |
| Lens System Features | Aspherical Lens, Built-in lens shield |
| Auto Focus type | TTL contrast detection |
| Exposure | |
| Max Shutter Speed | 1/2000 sec |
| Min Illumination | 0.2 lux |
| Min Shutter Speed | 1/2 sec |
| Exposure Metering | Center-Weighted, Evaluative, Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture-Priority, Automatic, Manual, Program, Shutter-Priority |
| Camera Flash | |
| Flash Type | Built-in flash |
| Flash Modes | Auto Mode, Fill-in Mode, OFF mode, Red-eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
| Memory / Storage | |
| Supported Flash Memory | miniSD Card |
| Viewfinder | |
| Viewfinder Type | LCD |
| Viewfinder Diagonal Size | 0.27" |
| Dimensions | |
| Depth | 5.43 in. |
| Height | 3.23 in. |
| Width | 3.46 in. |
| Display | |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Display Rotation | Rotating |
| Screen Details | LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - color |
| Display Size | 2.7" |
| Microphone | |
| Microphone Type | Microphone - built-in - stereo |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
| Connections | |
| Connector Types | 1 x HDMI, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x USB, 1 x component video output, 1 x composite video/audio output, 1 x headphones, 1 x microphone |
| HDMI Output | Yes |
| Expansion Slot | 1 x miniSD |
| System Requirements for PC Connection | |
| Operating System Supported | Apple Mac OS X 10.2 - 10.4, MS Windows 2000 SP4, MS Windows 98 SE, MS Windows ME, MS Windows XP SP2 |
| Battery | |
| Battery Form Factor | Manufacturer specific |
| Battery Manufacturer | Canon BP-2L13 |
| Resolution | |
| Effective Still Resolution | 2.8 MP |
| Effective Video Resolution | 2.1 MP |
| File Format | |
| Digital Video Format | MPEG-2 |
| Still Image Format | JPEG |
| Other Features | |
| Additional Features | 24p Cinema Mode, 25p Cinema Mode, Auto Power Save, Brightness Control, Contrast Control, DV Input, Direct Print, Histogram Display, PictBridge Support, RGB Primary Color Filter, Saturation Control, Sharpness Control, Takes Photos While Movie Recording, USB 2.0 Compatibility, accessories hot shoe, progressive scanning |
| High Definition Video Support | 1080p |
| Widescreen Video Capture | Yes |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Night Mode | Yes |
| Shooting Modes | Digital Photo Mode |
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