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The stylish Canon HV20 gives you the ultimate in HD video and digital photo quality with advanced features for the knowledgeable and demanding videographer. Among the Canon Exclusive features on the HV20 are Canon's own Full HD CMOS sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II image processor, ensuring meticulous detail and superior color reproduction. More exclusives are, SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization and Instant Auto Focus. With the Genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other adva... Read more [ Report abuse or wrong photo | Share your Canon HV-20 photo ]
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User reviews and opinions
| Net_Spy |
5:26pm on Sunday, October 3rd, 2010 ![]() |
| I have a Canon HV20 camera which I purchased less than 8 months ago and at the moment; it is a piece of junk. The top rating given tells you what I think of this cam, so instead of telling you how great it is (and it is)... | |
| ppan278 |
10:51am on Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 ![]() |
| I always do my research before purchasing anything over $100, and in this case, at ~$950. The Canon HV20 is very impressive for such a low price. | |
| PaulHoward |
6:43am on Monday, August 9th, 2010 ![]() |
| Although bigger than the pocket camcorder I had been using, this takes excellent pictures and has generally been a pleasure to us. Canon launched the flag HDV two HV20 HDTV cameras in official website also released a static sample figure. Besides. | |
| igty |
12:58am on Friday, July 23rd, 2010 ![]() |
| I will buying this camera in a few weeks as a secondary camera to my Canon XHA1 3CCD camera. This is a tape based camera. | |
| Moser |
1:17am on Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 ![]() |
| I have made 2 short movies using the Canon XL1s. In my opinion, the image quality with this (in just SD mode) blows it away. Of course. Stunning picture quality. Even my wife said: "Worth every penny." Now that is a positive review. None. | |
| mpaulvalois |
2:16am on Saturday, July 3rd, 2010 ![]() |
| Does what it says... Was shocked by how cheap this battery was (compared to the canon branded ones). Got it in 3 days as promised. Camcorder battery This battery for my Canon HD camcorder works fine and is a great additional battery for our trip. A bit out of date, but still a decent camcorder. A bit out of date, but still a decent camcorder. It shoots fine, I have a 35mm DOP adapter on it. | |
| digitalflash |
2:40am on Thursday, June 17th, 2010 ![]() |
| I have been making home movies since 1991. I have been through a variety of formats--VHS, VHS-C, MiniDV, and finally HD. | |
| badler161 |
4:55am on Friday, May 7th, 2010 ![]() |
| Product Name Canon HV20 16:9 Viewfinder 0.27 inches color LCD; about 123,000 pixels 2.7 inches LCD screen 16:9 color LCD; about 211. | |
| raymonda1979 |
7:28pm on Sunday, April 4th, 2010 ![]() |
| Great product very satisfied! This is the best camcorder in its class. Cheap media 60min tapes ($2) and awesome performance! Great product very satisfied! This is the best camcorder in its class. Cheap media 60min tapes ($2) and awesome performance! | |
| bluefire |
11:54am on Monday, March 29th, 2010 ![]() |
| I love my new HV20 from Circuit City. This camera offers amazing resolution, with a sensor picking up a full 1920x1080 lines of resolution. Pixels HD lens features Canon Lens Equivalent 35mm camera focal length: About 43. | |
| painaxl |
10:38pm on Tuesday, March 16th, 2010 ![]() |
| Easily the best HD out there for the money. It was down to $698 through Amazon with free shipping when I took the plunge. 1080i performance is outstanding, with the 1081p ok but, some motion judder on panning. | |
| dictatorz |
10:17am on Tuesday, March 16th, 2010 ![]() |
| Great product very satisfied! This is the best camcorder in its class. Cheap media 60min tapes ($2) and awesome performance! | |
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Documents

DS VH-57X Ver. 2.0 with optional interchangeable gg-holder plates
for Canon EOS extension tubes focal flange ready!
for Canon Ee-S / Ee-A focusing screen
for custom made focusing element i.e. wax-gg, acrylic-gg, light shaping diffusor.
for Nikon D (red dot) focusing screen
Tutorial for Canon HV20 with VH-57X
(may also work with other cams like Sony HC1.) How to build a compact vibrating 35mm dof adapter with interchangeable ggs for the Canon HV20.
2007 by Daniel Schweinert - ilm1@gmx.de - http://www.jetsetmodels.info/news.htm
If you want to make your 35mm dof adapter dust sealed then do it now because later it wont be that easy. Go and buy yourself a 49mm UV-Filter it has to be multicoated, dont buy a cheap one or you will get some nasty internal reflections or streaks in your adapter. Put the UV-Filter on a flat surface and gently push on the basering of the VH-57X until the UV-Filter is completely inside the basering of the VH-57X.
Use some drops of super glue or jb-weld to fix the VH-57X to the bayonetring of the Canon EOS extension tubes. Put the glue around the edge of the basering. Also check that the VH-57X is aligned with the bayonet ring. The red dot should point upwards.
If you bought the optional Nikon D gg-holder plate then read on. If you have the Canon Ee-S or Ee-A gg-holder plate than go on to the next step. Push the Nikon D focusing screen into the gg-holder plate it should stay fixed without gluing. If not than use some drops of hot glue to fix the Nikon D screen in place. Fix the the gg-holder plate with the Nikon D screen inside to the VH-57X basic unit. Use the 2 small screws to fix the gg-holder plate. The matte side of the Nikon D should face upwards.
Use one drop of hotglue in each corner to fix the Canon Ee-S / Ee-A screen to the gg-holder plate. (Dont use superglue the gases will destroy your focusing screen) The small pin should be on the left side! Use the 2 screws to fix the gg-holder plate. Be careful and dont push too hard on the screws or you may break the carbon pins!
Take ring nr. 2 and screw it on the bayonet ring like in the pic. Drill a small hole into ring nr. 2 for the cables. You can also drill the hole on the right side where the green arrow points at. Then you have later more space for soldering the coiled cable. The important part here is to let the cables of the motor long enough to vibrate properly. I bend them to the left and right like in the bottom pic.
Because the Canon EOS extension tubes have a non standard threading of 60mm you have to do a workaround. I found out that a 55mm UV-Filter fits exactly the Canon EOS tubes. Use the JB-Weld glue to fix the 55mm UV-Filter inside ring nr. 1 to get a standard threading of 55mm. (Tip: Put some coins under the UV-Filter to get the right height!) If you dont want to glue I also offer now 55-60mm Step-Up rings. The HV20 Achromat unit (Item: HV20ACHR1) includes already the 55-60mm Step-Up ring.
ring 1 with 55mm UV-Filter
ring 3
ring 2 with hole
bayonet ring
Screw ring nr. 3 over ring nr. 2 and finally screw ring nr. 1 with the 55mm UV-Filter made in step 6. In the end add also a 55mm Circular polarizing filter (without the glass). You need it only for aligning the adapter horizontally to your camcorder. Then put a step-up ring from 43mm - 55mm for the HV20. I also added a small achromat to eliminate the barrel distortion. You can still focus without achromat on the gg but you will notice a slight barrel distortion in your footage. If you also want that achromat you can get it from www.surplushed.com its the L4673. The appropriate holder with the 43-55mm Step-Up ring you can get from me. Check my homepage for the L4673-2 holder.
Im not going here into much detail. Solder the coiled cable to the motor and glue it to the ring - to avoid pulling it out. Buy a battery case and solder the other end of the coiled cable to it. Fix the battery case with velcro to the handstrap of the HV20. Inside the battery case you can also implement a switch and my micro-rheostat for adjusting the vibration.
Nikon to Canon EOS Manfrotto 293 telephoto lens holder If you want to use different lenses i.e. Nikon, Contax-Yashica, Pentax, Leica, M42, Olympus, Canon FD. then buy one of these adapter mounts. You can find them very cheap (10-20 USD) in ebay. I choosed the Canon EOS tubes because they can take many lenses with these adapter mounts. So you always can change to different lenses without modifying your dof adapter. Nikon to Canon EOS Canon FD to Canon EOS M42 to Canon EOS. Also for safety reasons I recommend using a telephoto lens holder i.e. Manfrotto 293 or search for cheaper ones. Without a telephoto lens holder your risk to break the 43mm plastic threading of your Canon HV20.
I hope you understand this little tutorial. If something is not clear just ask! If you need parts or custom made things contact me via e-mail I have a little cnc-machine that can do some pretty nice things :-) Have fun Daniel Schweinert
e-mail: ilm1@gmx.de
PARTS LIST (compact vibrating DOF adapter for Canon HV20 or other small camcorders) (you can obtain from me www.jetsetmodels.info/news.htm) 1x VH-57X (incl. Motor and Canon Ee-S / Ee-A or Nikon-D gg-holder plate) 1x Micro-Rheostat 20 or 50 Ohm (for adjusting the vibration) 1x Switch 1x L4673-2 achromat holder + 43-55mm Step-Up ring (Get the achromat from www.surplushed.com its the L4673) (get it from ebay or your local-photo / electronics store) 1x Coiled cable 1x Battery 1.2V Ni-MH 1x Battery holder 1x Battery case 1x 49mm UV-Filter (multicoated i.e. Hoya, Marumi, B+W.) 1x 55mm UV-Filter (the cheapest one take out the glass) 1x Canon EOS extension tubes 1x Canon Ee-A or Ee-S focusing screen 1x 55mm CPL circular polarizing filter (the cheapest one and take out the glass) If you want to use different lenses i.e Nikon youll need also this: Nikon to EOS mount adapter I recommend also a telephoto lens support: Manfrotto 293 or cheaper one i.e. Nikon lenses: 35mm, 50mm, 85mm, 135mm (f1:1.4 or the cheaper ones f1:1.8) Dont use lenses that are slower (above f1:2.8) or you will get hotspot or vignetting.
UPDATE 18.Sept.2007
Do you want the highest possible image quality from your dof adapter?
If you want higher quality and distortion free images and better edge to edge sharpness then some little changes are necessary. 1. First you will need 2 extension tubes instead of one. 2. Instead of the surplushed achromat, L4673-2 holder, 55mm CPL filter and 43-55mm Step-Up ring youll need only the high quality HV20 Zeiss Achromat unit (Item: HV20ACHR1) See the updated parts list below:
PARTS LIST (high quality vibrating DOF adapter for Canon HV20 or other small camcorders) (parts you can obtain from me www.jetsetmodels.info/news.htm) 1x VH-57X (incl. Motor and Canon Ee-S / Ee-A or Nikon-D gg-holder plate) 1x MR-50 (Micro-Rheostat 50 Ohm for adjusting the vibration) 1x Switch 1x HV20ACHR1 (HV20 Zeiss Achromat unit incl. 43-55mm, 55-60mm Step-Up rings, 55mm rotateable ring, no more gluing necessary. Check out my homepage for more infos about the HV20 Zeiss Achromat unit. (get it from ebay or your local-photo / electronics store) 1x Coiled cable 1x Battery 1.2V Ni-MH 1x Battery holder 1x Battery case 1x 49mm UV-Filter (multicoated i.e. Hoya, Marumi, B+W.) 2x Canon EOS extension tubes 1x Canon Ee-A or Ee-S focusing screen
The adapter will be a little longer but you will get the highest possible quality by using the HV20 Zeiss Achromat unit and the rings shown below.
High Denition Camcorder
Item Code: 2059B001 est. street price: $1099.00 Available in April 2007
Bring True HD to Life
The name Canon has always meant photographic and broadcast television cameras with optical excellence, advanced image processing, superb performance, and the latest in technological advancements. Canons new High Denition video camcorders are no exception. The stylish Canon HV20 gives you the ultimate in HD video and digital photo quality with advanced features for the knowledgeable and demanding videographer. Its 10x optical zoom lens, 2.96 Megapixel CMOS image sensor and Canons advanced DIGIC DVII image processor ensures meticulous detail and superior color reproduction. 24p Cinema Mode brings lm-look options to the HV20 owner- as never before in this class. And, with its HD and Standard Denition recording modes, you can make the move to HD without making your SD equipment obsolete. The HV20 is easy to use and delivers the high level of performance youve come to expect from Canon. Its the premium quality High Denition camcorder that sophisticated and discerning videographers have been waiting for.
Prices and specications subject to change without notice. Actual prices are determined by individual dealers and may vary.
2007 Canon U.S.A., Inc. All rights reserved. Duplication in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.
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Features
The Image Quality of HD
The HV20 is the HD camcorder to go along with everything else in your HD world. It captures true 1080 High Denition resolution video in 16:9 format, using MiniDV cassette tapes. The HV20s true 16:9 widescreen HD image is made for your new HD widescreen TV. High Denition and widescreen are the future. Be sure you invest in that future with Canons HV20. At the same time, the HV20 gives you the exibility to record in SD (standard denition) mode, too. That means you can enjoy the ultimate in HD video and photo quality, and still shoot SD video for viewing on your non-HD
HD Video Lens
Since 1934, Canon has been producing exceptional photographic lenses that are synonymous with unsurpassed optical performance. Because of Genuine Canon Optics, every Canon broadcast lens, 35mm lm camera, digital camera and camcorder assures brilliant optical quality -- and the HV20 is no exception. The HV20 comes with an outstanding High Denition video lens -- a 10x Genuine Canon Optical zoom. Its the lens you need to record long shots of your child on the soccer eld, wide shots of beautiful landscapes, and everything in-between. And because it comes with three pre-set zoom speeds, you always get smooth, steady, professional looking zoom shots.
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Super spectra coating technology results in images with minimal are and ghosting. Plus, the new lens aspheric design reduces aberration and increases resolution, ensuring crisp, sharp video and enhancing the HD image quality. Not only that, but a new gradation ND system gives you better exposures in bright shooting situations.
True HD CMOS Sensor (1920 x 1080)
The HV20 is one of the rst Canon camcorders to feature a Canon designed and manufactured CMOS image sensor. The CMOS image sensors in Canons EOS Series Digital SLR cameras result in outstanding digital photographs. In the HV20, the CMOS sensor reproduces high-resolution images at 1920 x 1080 resolution with full HD information in video images. Compared to a CCD, the HV20s CMOSs high color resolution and advanced color reproduction gives brilliant results. It is also unique in featuring Canons proprietary noise reduction technologies for crisp, sharp images. Low noise technology also means that even in dimly lit scenes, the signal from each pixel is as pure as possible, with minimal noise or other aberrations. Its the ideal sensor for HD. The HV20 uses an RGB Primary Color Filter with Bayer Pattern that separates light into red, green and blue color components. This results in vibrant images with deep, rich, accurate color and natural-looking tones similar to what youd obtain from 3CCD camcorders. In addition, the Bayer pattern that delivers sharp, high denition image without creating false colors. As an added benet, the CMOS sensor provides outstanding image capture in low light conditions.
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DIGIC DVII
DIGIC DVII is the next generation of Canons exclusive DIGIC DV signal processing technology. Designed specically for HD, DIGIC DVII ensures optimal image quality. It also ensures optimal image quality for still images, even though video and still images have different color requirements. DIGIC DVII is just another one of Canons advanced technologies that make the HV20 an exceptional performer. Thanks to DIGIC DVII image processing, the HV20 produces video with improved color reproduction - especially in skin tones, and dark and light scenes. It also uses a hybrid noise reduction system that employs two types of noise reduction -- for high denition images that are crystal clear.
Plus, DIGIC DVII features improved continuous shooting of digital photographs with the HV20. You can shoot ve (3.1 Megapixel) still images per second, and enjoy faster processing of your images to your memory card (1.4x normal card; 2.5x Hi Speed card). It also helps lower power consumption for longer battery life.
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SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization
Canons innovative SuperRange OIS combines gyro- and image-sensors to give image stabilization through a wider range of camera motions. Some image stabilization systems correct one type of camera motion or vibration better than another. But Canons SuperRange OIS corrects for a wide range of camcorder motion: the fast vibration youd experience while recording from a moving car; the medium-speed motion of hand-held recording; and the slower motion of body sway. No matter what youre recording and how youre recording it, the HV20s stabilization design corrects camcorder shake instantly. SuperRange OIS also delivers steady images when shooting at long focal lengths. In addition, optical stabilization keeps your shot steady without a loss in image quality -- something that cant be said for electronic image stabilization. And image stabilization isnt just for video; you can even use it for taking sharper, clearer digital photographs with your HV20. Thanks to Canons expertise, its easy to eliminate one of the telltale signs of amateur video and photography.
Instant AF (Auto Focus)
Since it is critical to achieve very sharp focus when shooting in High Denition, the HV20 camcorder features Canons revolutionary Instant AF focusing system. It offers a dramatic improvement in auto focus speed and accuracy (compared to traditional autofocus systems). The Instant AF feature uses an external sensor, in combination with Canons autofocus system, to help signicantly decrease the time it takes to nd focus, even in low light conditions. This system achieves focus instantaneously, reducing focus hunting. The benets of Instant AF are especially seen in high brightness and night shooting situations. With Instant AF, its possible to capture fast, accurate focusing, even when following a moving subject.
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Brilliant Video
2.96 Megapixel HD CMOS
The HV20s CMOS sensor reproduces high-resolution images at 1920 x 1080 resolution with full HD information in video images. Compared to a CCD, the HV20s CMOSs high color resolution and advanced color reproduction gives brilliant results. It is also unique in featuring Canons proprietary noise reduction technologies for crisp, sharp images. Low noise technology also means that even in dimly lit scenes, the signal from each pixel is as pure as possible, with minimal noise or other aberrations. Its the ideal sensor for HD. In addition, the HV20 uses an RGB Primary Color Filter that separates light into red, green and blue color components. This results in vibrant images with deep, rich, accurate color and natural-looking tones similar to what youd obtain from 3CCD camcorders. DIGIC DVII
Thanks to DIGIC DVII image processing, the HV20 produces video with improved color reproduction - especially in skin tones, and dark and light scenes. It also uses a hybrid noise reduction system that uses two types of noise reduction, for high denition images that are crystal clear. Variable Zoom Speed Control Another sure sign of amateur video is the unsteady zoom shot. But with the HV20s zoom control, you simply select one of three pre-set zoom speeds for smooth, steady, professional looking zooms.
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Level and Grid Markers With the Level Marker feature, its easy to keep your camera level for more professional looking video. Line up any horizontal lines in your shot -- such as the horizon -- to the marker and you can be sure your camcorder is level. The HV20s Grid Marker feature lets you compose your shot accurately, according to the grid in your viewnder. You can even choose from two different colors for the grid. This ensures that you see the grid, no matter what the background color of your shot. Low Light Performance
Some of the most magical shots are taken at the end of the day or long after the sun has set. You wont miss any of them, thanks to the HV20s bright Ultra Video Light. The light lets you shoot subjects in color in low light up to 4.9 feet away. So, whether its a shot of a sleeping baby, or a dramatic skyline at night, the HV20 captures all the moments you want to record.
24p Cinema Mode
24p Cinema Mode enables all aspiring moviemakers to achieve a professional lm-look. You can change the camcorders frame rate to 24p, which provides the same frame rate as movie lm. In addition, you can use the HV20s CINE setting, which changes the color and tonal characteristics, evoking the look and feel of a movie shown in a theater. For added exibility, these settings can be used together or independently.
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Stunning Digital Photography
Canons advanced technology means your HD camcorder is also a high performance digital camera capable of capturing stunning 3.1 Megapixel photos in 4:3 aspect ratio to a miniSD card (2.07 Megapixels at 16:9). Its like having an HD digital video camcorder and digital still camera -- all rolled into one. Whats more, the HV20s many advanced photo features make it a camera that rivals other state-of-the-art digital cameras. With the HV20 you dont just get video and photos -- you get the best of both. 2.96 Megapixel CMOS
The same 2.96 Megapixel CMOS image sensor that ensures sharp, vivid HD video also gives you brilliant digital photographs. Like the CMOS image sensors in Canons EOS Series digital SLR cameras, the HV20s image sensor results in outstanding digital photographs. It gives an impressive resolution of 1920 x 1440 for sharp, crisp still images. DIGIC DVII
DIGIC DVII features improved continuous shooting of digital photographs with the HV20. You can shoot 5 (3.1 Megapixel) still images per second, and enjoy faster processing of your images to your memory card (1.4x normal card; 2.5x Hi Speed card).
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Focus Features Auto Intelligent Auto Focus ensures sharp images and gives creative exibility. Even when your subject isnt in the center of the frame, the HV20s Ai-AF will automatically select from 9 metering frames on the screen to help bring images into sharp focus. Since it is critical to achieve very sharp focus when shooting in High Denition, the HV20 camcorder features Canons revolutionary Instant AF focusing system. It offers a dramatic improvement in auto focus speed and accuracy (compared to traditional autofocus systems). The Instant AF feature uses an external sensor, in combination with Canons autofocus system, to help signicantly decrease the time it takes to nd focus, even in low light conditions. This new system achieves focus instantaneously, reducing focus hunting. The benets of Instant AF are especially seen in high brightness, and night shooting situations. Its even possible to capture fast, accurate focusing, even when following a moving subject. And because a properly focused subject is more critical than ever with HD, the HV20 also features Focus Assist. This helps in capturing your subject in razor sharp focus. (When you start recording, this assistance is automatically cancelled.)
Auto Exposure Modes Like any good digital still camera, the HV20 lets you choose from a range of exposure modes. Auto mode automatically sets the exposure, letting you concentrate on your subject. AV (aperture priority) mode lets you control depth of eld by letting you choose the aperture. TV (shutter priority) mode lets you select the shutter speed for sharp, action shots. In P (program) mode, the camcorder adjusts camera settings automatically. Program AE Mode
Your life happens everywhere, so the HV20 gives you settings that automatically result in the best exposure settings for different conditions and different subjects.
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Portrait mode ensures shallow depth of eld for a pleasing background to your shots of friends and family. Sports mode stops the action with faster shutter speeds. Night mode is designed to give you great shots after the sun goes down. Snow and Beach modes compensate for bright surroundings and give you the proper exposure on your subject. Sunset mode results in vibrant, well-exposed colors for one of the toughest subjects to capture. Use Spotlight mode when your child is on stage and in the spotlight -- literally -- and you want to make sure the exposure is right for them. And, Fireworks mode records brilliant images of another tough subject: the holiday reworks display. Simultaneous Photo Recording With the HV20, you can record HD video and capture a 2 Megapixel photo to a memory card -- simultaneously. Simply press the photo button and youve got an e-mail ready digital photo to share with friends and family.
Histogram Display For the advanced digital photographer, the HV20 comes with a Histogram Display -- a feature found in Canons line of digital SLR cameras. The display allows you to see the brightness information of your still images, so you can adjust your exposures as you shoot.
Level and Grid Markers With the Level Marker feature, its easy to keep your camera level for more professional looking photographs. Line up any horizontal lines in your shot -- such as the horizon -- to the marker and you can be sure your camcorder is level. The HV20s Grid Marker feature lets you compose your shot accurately, according to the grid in your viewnder. You can even choose from two different colors for the grid. This ensures that you see the grid, no matter what the background color of your shot. Still Capture from Tape The versatile HV20 even lets you capture a still image from an already recorded movie. While playing the movie in your camcorder, simply press the photo button to capture a 2.07 Megapixel still frame on a miniSD card. Its another way the HV20 lets you enjoy and share your precious memories.
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Built-in Flash
Your HV20s built-in ash lets you capture superb photos indoors and in low light conditions.
Edit and Share Your Video
You can edit and share your video with the HV20. Once youre connected to your computer, DV streaming and ultra-fast transfer of movies is a breeze. And because the HV20 uses the IEEE1394 protocol, theres no loss of picture or audio quality in the process. Youll want to share your brilliant HD memories with friends and family, and the HV20 makes it fast and easy.
HDMI and Accessory Shoe Terminals
With the HV20, sharing your High Denition video on your HD television is easier than ever. Only a single cable connects your camcorder to your TV for the highest quality playback (video and audio). Another pro-level feature of the HV20 is the Advanced Accessory Shoe Terminal on the camcorder. Attach extras such as a video light or directional microphone without additional wires or batteries to raise the production value of the video you shoot.
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Share Your Photos
Your HV20 comes with a variety of features that make it simple to share your still photos. Print/Share
Print/Share turns your HV20 into a photo lab in the palm of your hand. Simply connect your camcorder directly to select Canon printers or any PictBridge-compatible printer with the supplied USB cable. Then, with a simple touch of the Print/Share button, print directly from your HV20 without going through a computer. Print/Share also makes it easy to transfer your still images to your computer. Simply connect your HV20 and your computer, press the Print/Share button and your photos are downloaded to your computer. miniSD Memory Card Compatible The HV20 makes it easy to store digital photos on an optional miniSD Memory Card. Popularly used in todays newest cell phones and half the size of a standard SD card, the miniSD Card offers the benet of high-capacity storage in a very small size.
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Additional Features
Built-in Electronic Lens Cover means you never have to go looking for your lens cover again. Turn your camcorder on and the lens cover automatically opens. Turn it off, and the cover closes. 2.7 Widescreen LCD Screen makes it easy to compose and review your shots. The bright screen lets you see exactly what your camcorder is recording, and what your widescreen TV will display later. Playback of 60i/30F/24F/24p Video USB 2.0 Full Speed Terminal for fast transfer of photos. Analog-Digital Converter lets you share the precious video memories you have stored on analog videotapes. Simply feed the analog signal from your TV, VCR or analog camcorder to your HV20 to convert the signal to digital for recording on DV tape. Or use your HV20 as a signal converter by connecting it between an analog device and another digital device. Wireless Remote Control lets you operate your HV20 from a distance, so you wont be left out of the picture. 1 Year Parts And Labor Limited Warranty provides protection long after other manufacturers warranties expire.
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Specications
Digital Video
Power Supply (rated) Image Sensor Total Pixels Effective Pixels Supplied CA-570 Compact Power Adapter Supplied BP-2L13 Battery Pack 1/2.7 CMOS Sensor, RGB Primary Color Filter Approx. 2,960,000 Movies: HDV/DV (WIDE): approx. 2,070,000 DV (NORMAL): approx. 1,550,000 Still Images: 16:9 still images: approx. 2,070,000 4:3 still images: approx. 2,760,000 SP: 80 min. Zoom Ratio: 10x Optical/200x Digital Focal Length: f=6.1-61mm Zoom Speed: Variable/3 Fixed Zoom Speeds Max. F/Stop: f/1.8-3.0mm (when tapes are used) Filter Size: 43mm Manual Focus Assist Functions: Magnifying, Peaking Yes Auto, Program, Av, Tv, CINE, Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, Fireworks 1080/60i, 1080/24P, 1080/30F, 1080/24F 1/2000 1/500 (card) Yes Yes 10 mm (wide)/1m (tele) Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H SuperRange Optical (lens shift) Instant AF, Through the Lens/Manual Focusing Possible Widescreen 0.27 Color Viewnder/(Approx 123,000 pixels) 2.7 Widescreen LCD (Approx. 211,000 pixels) High Denition miniDV (recommended) (63min.) or miniDV cassette
Maximum Recording Time (with an 80-min. cassette) Lens
Focusing System Manual Exposure Programmed AE Supported Playback Modes Max Shutter Speed Auto Date/Time Record Search/Review Minimum Focusing Distance White Balance Image Stabilization AF System Viewnder LCD Screen Recording Media
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DV: 16 bit (2ch) 48 kHz 12 bit (4ch) 32 kHz 4ch synchronous recording not possible HDV: MPEG1 Audio Layer II (2 ch) (4-channel playback of tapes containing 4-channel recordings possible) Type A (19 pins) 480i/ 480p/1080i Format Supported 3.5 mm Stereo Mini-jack 3.5mm 4 Pole Mini-jack WxHxD 3.5 x 3.2 x 5.4 in 1.2 lbs
HDMI Terminal Microphone Terminal AV Mini Terminal/ Headphone Terminal Dimensions Weight (not including lens and battery pack)
Memory Card
Number of Recording Pixels 4:3 mode: Approx. 2.76 Megapixels (1920 x 1440) 16:9 mode: Approx. 2.07 Megapixels (1920 x 1080)
Supplies & Accessories
Wide-Converter WD-H43 High-Def Compatible 0.7x Wide-Conversion Lens
Tele-Converter TL-H43 High-Def Compatible 1.7x Tele-Conversion Lens
Filter Set FS-43U II Neutral Density Filter and MC Filter for 43mm
Battery Pack NB-2LH
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BP-2L14 Battery Pack Lithium-Ion batteries, unlike Nickel-Cadmium batteries, have no memory effect which can reduce the usable power of the battery over time.
CB-2LW Battery Charger for Canon NB-2LH Batteries
VL-3 Video Light The VL-3 Video Light connects to the Advanced Accessory Shoe and is powered directly by the camcorder.
Video Flash Light VFL-1 To be used with advanced accessory shoe combination video light & ash unit.
DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone Get near-professional quality sound for your movies with this shotgun stereo mic. Select from pure shotgun or shotgun + surrounding sound modes. Since the mic is powered by the camcorders power source, you remain cable free. Wind shields are included.
SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case Protect your camcorder with the professional-quality SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case, featuring secure compartments for lters and extra battery packs.
Canon DigitalMaster HDVM-E63PR Mini DV Tape - For Professional Use Canon HDV tape, The highest quality recording media for HDV camcorder. This is the recommended media for Canons HDV camcorder, the XL H1. ( 63min tape duration )
Car Battery Charger CBC-NB2
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CA-570 Compact Power Adapter This compact adapter powers your camera from an AC power supply and charges your batteries on the camera. This allows for uninterrupted recording of your special events and keeps your batteries ready to go.
Component Cable CTC-100
4-pin to 4-pin IEEE 1394 cable Allows the connection of a digital video camcorder to a computer or another digital video camcorder.
Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
VL-10Li Video Light The VL-10Li is a 10-watt video light for both indoor and outdoor use. It accepts a Lithium-Ion battery pack for power and is attached to the cameras accessory shoe.
DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette This is used to clean the video head for a digital video camcorder.
DVM-E80 Digital Videocassette This tape allows the recording of 80-minutes of video in SP mode and 120-minutes in LP mode.
DVM-E60 Digital Videocassette This tape allows the recording of 60-minutes of video in SP mode and 90-minutes in LP mode.
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Whats in the Box
HV20 Kit Contents: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. HV20 Camcorder BP-2L13 Battery Pack (with Terminal Cover) CA-570 Compact Power Adapter STV-250 N Stereo Video Cable WL-D87 Wireless Controller IFC-300PCU USB Cable CTC-100 S Component Cable Digital Video Solution Disc for Windows & Macintosh
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Technical specifications
Full description
The stylish Canon HV20 gives you the ultimate in HD video and digital photo quality with advanced features for the knowledgeable and demanding videographer. Among the Canon Exclusive features on the HV20 are Canon's own Full HD CMOS sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II image processor, ensuring meticulous detail and superior color reproduction. More exclusives are, SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization and Instant Auto Focus. With the Genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other advanced features the HG10 is the right choice in High Definition camcorders. And, with its HD and Standard Definition recording modes, you can make the move to HD without making your SD equipment obsolete. The HV20 is easy to use and delivers the high level of performance you've come to expect from Canon. It's the premium quality High Definition camcorder that sophisticated and discerning videographers have been waiting for.
| General | |
| Product Type | Camcorder - 1080i |
| Width | 3.5 in |
| Depth | 5.4 in |
| Height | 3.2 in |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs |
| Main Features | |
| Camcorder Sensor Resolution | 2.96 Mpix |
| Camcorder Effective Video Resolution | 2.07 Mpix |
| Camcorder Effective Still Resolution | 2.76 Mpix |
| Camcorder Interpolated Still Resolution | 3.1 Mpix |
| Widescreen Video Capture | Yes |
| Media Type | Mini DV (HDV) |
| Color Support | Color |
| Optical Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Optical Sensor Size | 1/2.7" |
| Min Illumination | 0.2 lux |
| Digital Zoom | 200 x |
| Recording Speed | SP, LP |
| Shooting Modes | Digital photo mode |
| Shooting Programs | Spotlight, portrait mode, night mode, fireworks, sports mode, sunset, beach, snow |
| Special Effects | Soft, Art, Black & White, Sepia, Neutral, Low Sharpening, Vivid, Skin Detail |
| Digital Scene Transition | Wipe fader, black fader |
| Image Stabilizer | Optical |
| Max Shutter Speed | 1/2000 sec |
| Min Shutter Speed | 1/2 sec |
| Exposure Modes | Program, automatic, aperture-priority, shutter-priority |
| Auto Exposure Bracketing | 3 steps |
| White Balance | Automatic, presets |
| White Balance Presets | Fluorescent, cloudy, tungsten light, daylight, shade, fluorescent light (warm white) |
| Still Image Format | JPEG |
| Remote Control | Camcorder remote control - infrared |
| Pro Camcorder Features | |
| Audio Signal Format | MPEG1 Audio Layer II, PCM |
| Memory / Storage | |
| Supported Flash Memory | miniSD Card |
| Image Storage | JPEG 2048 x 1536 JPEG 1920 x 1080 JPEG 1440 x 1080 JPEG 640 x 480 |
| Camera Flash | |
| Camera Flash | Built-in flash |
| Lens System | |
| Type | Zoom lens - 6.1 mm - 61 mm - f/1.8-3.0 |
| Focal Length | 6.1 mm - 61 mm |
| Focus Adjustment | Automatic, manual |
| Auto Focus | TTL contrast detection |
| Min Focus Range | 0.4 in |
| Lens Aperture | F/1.8-3.0 |
| Optical Zoom | 10 x |
| Zoom Adjustment | Motorized drive |
| Filter Size | 43 mm |
| Additional Features | |
| DV input | Yes |
| Self Timer | Yes |
| Low Lux / Night Mode | Yes |
| Digital Still Camera Function | Yes |
| Search Modes | Date search |
| Built-in Light | Yes |
| Additional Features | Direct print, RGB primary color filter, auto power save, display brightness control, sharpness control, analog to digital conversion with pass through, PictBridge support, histogram display, accessories hot shoe, brightness control, takes photos while movie recording, contrast control, 24p Cinema Mode |
| Viewfinder | |
| Viewfinder Type | LCD |
| Viewfinder Color Support | Color |
| Viewfinder Diagonal Size | 0.27" |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 123,000 pixels |
| Image Aspect Ratio (camcorders) | 16:9 |
| Display | |
| Type | LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - color |
| Display Form Factor | Rotating |
| Display Format | 211,000 pixels |
| Microphone | |
| Type | Microphone - built-in |
| Connections | |
| Connector Type | 1 x HDMI 1 x headphones 1 x microphone 1 x USB 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) 1 x composite video/audio (input/output) 1 x component video output 1 x DC power input |
| Expansion Slot(s) | 1 x miniSD |
| Software | |
| Software | Drivers & Utilities |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Cables Included | USB cable A/V cable Component video cable |
| Power | |
| Power Device | Power adapter - external |
| Battery | |
| Supported Battery | Canon BP-2L13 |
| Supported Battery Details | 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included ) |
| Manufacturer Warranty | |
| Service & Support | 1 year warranty |
| Service & Support Details | Limited warranty - 1 year |
| Universal Product Identifiers | |
| Brand | Canon |
| Part Numbers | 2059B001, 2059B002 |
| GTIN | 00013803083200 |
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