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Top Canon ZR600 Camcorder Reviews
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Canon ZR600 News Release Summary:
With Widescreen HR Recording Widescreen Display Panels and
Extra-Long Optical Zooms, New Canon ZR and Elura Models Are "The
Official Camcorder of Life"
LAS VEGAS (CES Booth #11906), Jan. 4, 2006—From baby things to
wedding rings and holidays to golden days, Canon's newest Mini
DV camcorders offer the performance and ease of use to help
consumers capture life's special moments in vivid detail. Small
enough to fit in a coat pocket but with all the technology and
features to deliver outstanding video and photos of mom, dad,
and the kids, the new Canon ZR500, ZR600, ZR700, and Elura 100
models are "The Official Camcorder of Life."
All the new ZR and Elura models include Canon's Widescreen HR
(high resolution) feature that allows users to enjoy a
full-screen image on their widescreen TV with vivid detail and
clarity. Canon's Widescreen HR feature delivers not only a wider
picture, but in contrast to other systems, uses a wider area of
the CCD image sensor to strike more pixels and deliver higher
resolution for superior widescreen image quality.
Each Widescreen HR model uses 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
Widescreen HR and later enjoy
full-screen playback on their widescreen TV for a theater-like
experience at home.
"Consumers bought widescreen TVs in droves this past holiday
season and the latest ZR and Elura camcorders from Canon are the
perfect products for showing off life's precious moments in true
widescreen," said Yukiaki Hashimoto, senior vice president and
general manager of the Consumer Imaging Group at Canon U.S.A.,
Inc. "From celebrations to graduations, Canon's camcorders can
capture life's fast, fun and fleeting moments, which is why
we're branding all our new single CCD image sensor camcorders as
'The Official Camcorder of Life.' With the launch of our latest
camcorders that have single CCD image sensors and SD memory card
slots we are also launching 'DoubleShot.' A Canon DoubleShot
camcorder shoots excellent quality video and incorporates many
of the same features found on Canon cameras for amazing photos
too."
Canon's New ZRs—Feature-Rich, Sleek Design, Incredibly
Affordable
Designed for the beginner but with enough features to handle a
variety of situations, the new Canon ZR camcorders offer a great
camcorder package at an affordable price. Retailing for
estimated selling prices of $299*, $349* and $399* respectively.
If consumers don't have a widescreen television at home, the
video they shot in Widescreen HR will be displayed in letterbox
format on their TVs, just like movies they buy or rent.
To access the camcorder menu system, playback, and manual
controls, the new ZR camcorders feature a handy joystick on the
housing of the display panel that makes recording and playback
even easier.
Keeping It Steady—Controlled Zooming Capabilities
In addition to their widescreen capabilities, the new ZR
camcorders feature Genuine Canon 25x Optical Zooms, Canon's
longest optical zoom ever in a camcorder (800x Digital Zoom
featured in the ZR500 and ZR600 models, and 1000x Optical Zoom
featured in the ZR700). To prevent jerky zooms, the new ZR
models offer a feature called Smooth Zoom Control that lets the
user pick one of three fixed zoom speeds for professional-style
zooming just like in a Hollywood motion picture.
Consumers can also avoid shooting crooked video when they use
the Level Shot Control feature that overlays a horizontal marker
and center indicator on the viewscreen. The marker, which acts
as a guide for the user, can be turned on or off at the touch of
a button. Of course, all the new models come with Image
Stabilization so users can shoot rock-steady video even when
they're at maximum telephoto without a tripod. Image
Stabilization is also effective while panning or zooming.
First-Rate Photo Features
In addition to being able to capture digital photos to an SD
memory card, the new ZR600 and ZR700 camcorders come with a
variety of photo features to ensure outstanding results. Both
models have 9 Point AiAF system that provides reliable autofocus
anywhere in the frame. Also new to these models are Special
Scene Modes, which help users get great results in a variety of
shooting conditions such as at the beach, during a snowy
afternoon, or when capturing a fireworks display. On the ZR600
and ZR700 models, users can add Image Effects to their photos to
give them extra creative flare, while Progressive Photo
technology helps deliver sharp detail. The new ZR600 and ZR700
camcorders are classified as official Canon DoubleShot
camcorders offering, not just video and photos but the best of
both.
Sleek New Designs and Cool Colors
Canon's new ZR camcorders are approximately 16 percent smaller
and approximately 12 percent lighter in weight than their
predecessors and boast sleek, contoured designs that fit
comfortably in the hand. The new models are offered in three
cool colors—the ZR500, Blue Mist; the ZR 600, Silver Frost; and
the ZR700, Grey Smoke. All models have built-in lens covers so
there is no dangling lens cap to lose.
The ZR700 and ZR600 camcorders both have PictBridge support to
connect directly to compatible photo printers, along with USB
and IEEE 1394 terminals. The ZR500 model is equipped with a
microphone terminal, while the ZR700 and ZR600 models feature a
Remote Control, Canon's Zoom Browser Software and Audio Dubbing.
Additional benefits of the ZR700 model include a higher capacity
battery, built-in video light, an Analog to Digital Converter
and 1000X Digital Zoom.
The Canon ZR500, ZR600, and ZR700 camcorders are all Windows
Certified and Mac compatible, and will be available at the end
of January 2006. The estimated street prices include ZR500,
$299*; ZR600, $349*; and the ZR700; $399*.
Other enhanced features also available on the ZR700 model
include a Mega Video Light for enhanced low light illumination,
a Higher Resolution LCD screen at 123,000 pixels, Advanced Photo
Features including Motor Drive Mode and autoexposure bracketing,
a microphone terminal and the ability to use optional lens
accessories, such as filters and converters.
The Canon ZR600 camcorder is both Windows Certified and Mac
compatible and will be available at the end of February 2006 for
an estimated selling price of $399*.
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 third overall in the U.S. in 2004, with global revenues
of $33.3 billion. For more information, visit www.usa.canon.com.
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