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Canon XL-2E "PAL" System 1/3-Inch 3-CCD Widescreen MiniDV Camcorder with 25P Recording, 20x Optical Zoom Lens and Advanced Optical Image Stabilizer

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WARNING: This is a "PAL" product and CANNOT be used in the USA. It is designed for use with video products built to European TV standards. For use in the USA please choose NTSC.

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Canon XL-2E "PAL" System 1/3-Inch 3-CCD Widescreen MiniDV Camcorder

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The Canon XL 2E is a PAL system version of 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 25-frame interlaced and progressive modes. The addition of 24-frame is the most significant technology advance in the prosumer camcorder bag of tricks.

• 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.

Signal System: PAL System, 25-Frames Interlaced
24p and 25p Available

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

Lens: Standard 20x Zoom Lens with Canon XL Mount
Focal Length
5.4 to 108 mm in
20x Optical Zoom
No Digital Zoom
Wide Aperture Range
f/1.6-3.5 (depending on zoom)
Minimum Object Distance
20 mm Macro Mode
1 Meter Standard Mode
Filter Diameter
72 mm

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: 1/22 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-2E "PAL" System 1/3-Inch 3-CCD Widescreen MiniDV Camcorder with 25P Recording, 20x Optical Zoom Lens and Advanced Optical Image Stabilizer

XL-Mount 20x Zoom Lens, 5.4 to 108mm
72mm Filter Thread

CA-920 Charger/Power Adapter

BP-930 Battery Pack

Color LCD Viewfinder

DC-920 DC Coupler

WL-D4000 Remote with AAA Batteries

S-Video Cable

STV-150 Stereo Video + Audio Cable

Neck Strap

Stereo Microphone

Lens Hood

Lens Cap

Lens Soft Case

CR-20205 Lithium Battery

Adapter Holder

SCART Adapter

90-Day Warranty

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Enhance the quality of your audio recording with an external microphone.