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Canon DC22 News Release Summary:
Easy-To-Use Video Recording and Playback on a Dual Layer DVD
Provides Consumers With Almost Double The Recording Time
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Aug 2, 2006 – Canon's new mid-level DC22 DVD
camcorder provides consumers with an affordable, high-quality
solution for recording special memories whether on an exotic
vacation or running through the sprinklers in the backyard. With
its Genuine Canon 10x optical zoom lens, 2.2 Megapixel CCD Image
Sensor with RGB Primary Color Filter, Widescreen HR (high
resolution) recording and large 2.7-inch Widescreen LCD, the
DC22 model expands ease-of-use and enhances the affordability of
video for consumers.
"Canon's new DC22 DVD Camcorder offers consumers the convenience
of DVD video recording with sophisticated features for capturing
memories of friends and family," said Yukiaki Hashimoto, senior
vice president and general manager of the Consumer Imaging Group
at Canon U.S.A., Inc. "As one of the world's smallest and
lightest DVD camcorders, the DC22 model easily transfers
technology from the palm of your hands to the comfort of your
living room."
Record and Share Memories Directly on DVD
The DC22 DVD camcorder accepts three-inch DVD-R/-RW discs, which
can store up to 60 minutes of video and are compatible with many
home DVD players, both old and new.
Verbatim, a data storage manufacturer worked with Canon to
create higher-capacity, higher-performance dual layer (DL)
recordable media. Verbatim's new media combines with Canon's new
DC22 DVD Camcorder to enable consumers to capture more special
moments on DVD that can be played immediately from the comfort
of their living room. The media has an additional layer that
allows the camcorder to almost double the recording time without
replacing or flipping the DVD. The three-inch DL discs offer
extended recording times of 36 minutes in XP mode; 54 minutes in
SP mode and 108 minutes in LP mode.
"Canon is well-known for the quality and innovative features of
its camcorders," said Ronan Ryan, Verbatim's director of product
marketing. "We're very pleased that through our work together,
consumers now have the longer recording times they've been
wanting and the ability to immediately enjoy their videos on
their computer or TV screen. To ensure that they will be able to
enjoy their videos for many years to come, Verbatim's innovative
VideoGard™ protection was added. This is a protective coating on
the disc that makes irreplaceable home videos and photos 40
times more resistant to damage."
Canon chose the DVD-R/-RW format to ensure high compatibility
with a range of DVD players and drives. With DVD products,
consumers can easily locate scenes without having to rewind or
fast forward, create playlists of favorite scenes and are even
able to do some quick editing - right in the camcorder.
True Widescreen Video
The DC22 model includes high resolution widescreen 16:9
recording, which allow users to enjoy a full-screen image on
their widescreen TV with vivid detail and clarity. High
resolution widescreen recording not only delivers a wider
picture, the method, in contrast to some other systems, uses a
wider area of the CCD image sensor to strike more pixels and
deliver higher resolution for superior widescreen image quality.
The camcorder includes a 2.7-inch widescreen display panel
making it easy to compose shots in cinema-style. As widescreen
television sets begin to replace standard TVs, consumers can
appreciate the ability to frame and record in high-resolution
widescreen and then enjoy full-screen playback on their
widescreen TV for a theatre-like experience at home.
Brilliant Color Video and Photos
For rich, accurate, colors, the DC22 DVD camcorder uses a RGB
Primary Color Filter that separates light into red, green and
blue color components resulting in vibrant image with natural
looking tones. With the introduction of the DC22 DVD Camcorder,
consumers can now take beautiful 2.0 megapixel still images as
well as video. In addition, a variety of advanced photo
features, including Image Effects, Auto Exposure Bracketing,
Continuous Shooting Modes, Special Scene Modes, Built-in Flash
and Red-Eye Reduction are commonly found in PowerShot cameras
can be used to enhance photo taking fun.
Easy Video Recording
Now consumers can shoot rock-steady video without a tripod -
even at maximum telephoto with Canon's IS system. The camcorder
includes a Smooth Zoom Control feature, which provides a choice
of three fixed zoom speeds. It also includes Level Shot Control,
which are indicator markers that allow users to center and level
their picture. The camcorder also includes a built-in electronic
lens cover that automatically opens in record mode and closes
when switched to playback or turned off. All buttons on this
ergonomically designed camcorder have been perfectly positioned
to make one-hand operation easy.
The Canon DC22 DVD camcorder will be available at the end of
August 2006 for an estimated selling price of $6991. Mini DVD-R
DL discs in blister and jewel case three-packs will be available
in the U.S. through leading retailers, Internet resellers and
distributors in September.
About Canon U.S.A., Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc. delivers consumer, business-to-business, and
industrial imaging solutions. The Company is listed as one of
Fortune's Most Admired Companies in America and is rated #35 on
the BusinessWeek list of "Top 100 Brands." Its parent company
Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ) is a top patent holder of technology,
ranking second overall in the U.S. in 2005, with global revenues
of $31.8 billion. For more information, www.usa.canon.com.
About Verbatim
Verbatim® Corporation, a Mitsubishi Kagaku Media Company, is an
international organization that develops and markets innovative,
high-quality products for storing, moving and using digital
content. Known for its leadership in the removable storage media
and related accessories markets, the company provides reliable,
unique technologies and products that are highly sought after
and broadly distributed worldwide. For more information, contact
Verbatim at 1200 W.T. Harris Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28262,
(800) 421-4188, FAX (704) 547-6609; or visit the company's web
site at www.verbatim.com.
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