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Canon XL-2 1/3-Inch 3-CCD Widescreen MiniDV Camcorder with 24P Recording, Body Only without Lens

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Canon XL-2 1/3-Inch CCD Widescreen MiniDV Camcorder Body with 24P

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The Canon XL 2 is the upgraded replacement model of the ground breaking XL 1 camera. It is still the only prosumer camcorder to offer an interchangeable lens system. The Canon offers many features that until recently were only available on professional camera systems. Functions like 16:9 aspect ratio, scan-matching, professional time code and custom picture looks were available only on cameras costing many times the price of the XL 2. This camera also has 30 -frame and 24-frame interlaced and progressive modes. The addition of 24-frame is the most significant technology advance in the prosumer camcorder bag of tricks.

*Canon has recently removed a film-look feature that was included in the initial batch of camcorders. The model currently available is now without a Cine feature called Film Grain. This digital function simulated the look of certain film stocks through the addition of a grain effect. The camera we sell here at B&H no longer has this feature.

• 16:9 Aspect Widescreen Recording: Almost unique at the prosumer level, the Canon XL 2 shoots in a true 16:9 ratio without artificial letter-boxing or vertically squeezing a 4:3 image. This camera uses a CCD block with 680,000 total pixels per chip. In 4:3 mode the chip crops the left and right sides resulting in the conventional ratio with 350,000 used pixels per CCD. In 16:9 mode the chip is used at full width resulting in a true 16:9 image utilizing some 460,000 pixels per chip.

• Progressive and Interlaced Interpolation: The Canon XL 2 offers 3 different shooting modes for specific image looks. The camera offers both interlaced and progressive interpolation modes that include both 30 and 24-frame options. For in-depth technical details we recommend visiting this LINK.

• The Luxury of Canon Lenses: Canon is unique in offering an interchangeable lens system. The XL 2 comes standard with a 20x zoom lens with an optical image stabilization system. The anti-shake system becomes especially important as greater zoom length is used. Highly advanced glass technology and lens coatings are meant to increase resolution and reduce intra-lens reflections. The standard XL 1 series lenses can also be fitted to this camera.

• Creative Image Parameter Features: To add custom or film-like image control, the XL 2 offers a wide range of video parameters that can be used to achieve your cinematic vision. Because different film stocks offer individual image reproduction qualities, this digital camera gives a great amount of control over color, contrast, detail and grain parameters. For the greatest detail on the scope of complex picture look functions please visit the XL 2 web page. You may link to it HERE.

Signal System: NTSC, 30 Frames, 60 Interlaced Fields per Second

Image Device: 1/3-Inch 3-CCD
16:9 and 4:3 Switchable

Lens: Canon XL Mount

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Not Specified by Manufacturer

Horizontal Resolution: 530 Lines

Sensitivity: Not Specified by Manufacturer

Minimum Illumination: 5.5 Lux with f/1.6 in 60i Mode, 4:3 Aspect, 1/60 Second Shutter

Vertical Smear: Not Specified by Manufacturer

Built-in Filters: ND 6 = 2 Stops
ND 32 = 5 Stops

LCD Monitor: 2.5-Inch LCD with VF magnifier removed

Viewfinder: Color LCD with Magnifier and Adjustable Ocular

Scan Matching: Yes

Memory Card Slot: No

Shutter Speed Range: 1/24 to 1/15,000 Seconds

Gain Selection: -3 dB, Auto, 0 db, 3 dB, 6 dB, 12 dB, 18 db

VTR Section: -

Tape Format: Mini DV

Tape Speed: SP Speed = 18.81 mm/second
EP Speed = 12.56 mm/second

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Not Specified by Manufacturer

Maximum Recording Time: 80 Minutes in SP Mode
120 Minutes in LP Mode

Audio Dynamic Range: Not Specified by Manufacturer

Audio Signal Format: 16-bit/48kHz (2 channel mode)
12-bit/32kHz (4 channel mode)

Audio Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz

Signal to Noise Ratio: Not Specified by Manufacturer

Input and Output Connectors: Composite Video- RCA (x 1 input and output both)
Composite Video- BNC (x 1 input and output both)
S-Video- 4-Pin (x 1 input and output both)
Firewire- 4-Pin (x 1 input and output both)
Mic Audio- XLR (x 2 input only)
Mic Audio- Mini Stereo (x 1 input only)
Line Audio- RCA (x 2 input and output both)
Headphone- Mini Stereo (x 1)
LANC Control- Mini Stereo (x 1)

Power Requirements: 7.2 Volts DC

Power Consumption: 7.1 Watts

Operating Temperature: 32 to 104 degrees F
0 to 40 degrees C

Dimensions (WxHxD): 8.9 x 8.7 x 19.5 inches
225 x 220 x 496 mm

Weight: 5.3 Lbs.
3.54 kg

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Canon XL-2 1/3-Inch 3-CCD Widescreen MiniDV Camcorder with 24P Recording, Body Only without Lens

CA-920 Charger/Power Adapter

BP-930 Battery Pack

Color LCD Viewfinder

DC-920 DC Coupler

WL-D4000 Remote

S-Video Cable

STV-150 Stereo Video Cable

SS-1000 Shoulder Strap

Stereo Microphone

1 Year Parts & Labor Warranty

Guides and Manuals

Brochure (PDF 3.4mb)

Instruction Manual (PDF 5.2mb)

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