Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder
- Price: $1,699.00
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- B&H # CAXA10
- Mfr# 4922B002
Product Highlights
- 1/3" CMOS Sensor
- Native 1920 x 1080
- 24Mbps AVCHD Recording
- 60i, PF30, PF24, Native 24p
- 64GB Internal Flash Drive
- 10x HD Zoom Lens
- Dual SD Memory Card Slots
- 3.5" Touch Panel LCD Screen
- Dual XLR Inputs w/Detachable Handle
- Waveform Monitor, Peaking, Zebra 70/100%
Remember the Essentials
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The Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder is a fully featured, ultra-compact pro video camera that shares nearly all the functionality of the XF100, but in an even smaller, run-and-gun form factor. Sporting a 64GB internal flash drive and two SDXC-compatible card slots, the XA10 can record literally for days without running out of memory. Able to capture AVCHD video at bitrates up to 24Mbps, the camcorder's native 1920 x 1080 CMOS sensor also lets you choose 60i, 24p, PF30, and PF24 frame rates for customizing the look of your footage. Bringing further professional oomph to that footage is a Genuine Canon 10x HD video lens, with lowlight sensitivity and a 35mm equivalent zoom range of 30.4mm-304mm.
Like the larger XF100, the XA10 also provides full image customization, cinema looks, infrared recording (for night shooting), and HDMI/component/composite output. Other professional features include dual XLR inputs, relay recording, waveform, color peaking, and zebra patterns. But the camera has a few extra tricks up its sleeve, including a detachable handle to allow for truly low-profile shooting, and a 3.5" Touch Panel LCD that adds the extremely useful Touch & Track, Touch Focus and Touch Exposure functions, which make pulling focus and adjusting exposure dramatically easier. Combined with its other focus, exposure, and composition aids, this makes the XA10 an ideal blend of portability and professional control--the perfect tool for nearly any on-the-go production.
- Flash Memory
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The XA10 Professional Camcorder allows users to record up to 24 hours of clear high definition video to a 64GB internal flash drive or to two SDXC-compatible memory cards. With Relay Recording, the camcorder automatically switches video recording from the internal drive to the SD memory cards when the memory becomes full.
Video can be copied from the XA10's internal drive to removable SD memory cards. That makes it easy to insert the card into your computer or HDTV's card reader and view your recorded footage immediately. Double Slot Recording allows recording to two SD cards simultaneously, providing an automatic backup while shooting.
- AVCHD Codec
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The XA10 features the AVCHD codec. AVCHD (Advanced Video Coding High Definition) was announced in 2006 and is quickly becoming the standard for professional camcorders. AVCHD utilizes MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression technology similar to the technology used in Canon's HD DSLRs. In addition to professional grade camcorders, AVCHD is very popular in the consumer market and as a result most nonlinear editing software, both professional and consumer, have full support for the codec; this makes for easy compatibility with the XA10 no matter what system you choose.
AVCHD is used for encoding Blu-Ray discs, meaning the XA10 is ideal for capturing content for delivery in this format, as well as making conversion to web-based content in H.264 format easy. Additionally, the XA10 records up to 24Mbps, the maximum bit rate of AVCHD, at 1920 x 1080 and 4:2:0 color space for sharp, vivid, and fully professional quality image capture.
- Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens
- The XA10 features a Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens which offers a 35mm equivalent of 30.4mm - 304mm. It delivers unsurpassed image quality, the versatility of a wide angle of view and smooth and professional looking background images thanks to a sophisticated 8-blade iris. A dedicated manual focus ring allows accurate and precise control.
- Canon Native 1920 x 1080 CMOS Image Sensor
- Designed and manufactured exclusively by Canon, the XA10 Professional Camcorder incorporates a native 1/3-inch, 1920 x 1080 CMOS Image Sensor, delivering superb Full HD video recording with minimal noise. The high sensitivity and wide dynamic range of this sensor are what demanding users expect from Canon.
- Canon DIGIC DV III Image Processor
- The XA10 Professional Camcorder features Canon's powerful DIGIC DV III Image Processor, which provides enhanced shading, lifelike tonal gradations, new custom picture settings and lower power consumption. DIGIC DV III is also the high-speed engine which powers a variety of Canon technologies Genuine Canon Face Detection, Touch & Track, and Cinema-Look Filters. On-the-go videographers will appreciate the ability to track one subject in a crowd of people.
- Smart Auto
- Smart Auto uses the power of Canon's DIGIC DV III Image Processor to intelligently detect and analyze faces, brightness, color, distance, and movement, and then automatically selects the best settings for the scene. Among the 38 scenes available in Smart Auto, a standout is Tele Macro. Tele Macro automatically zooms the lens of the camcorder to the telephoto end, setting the minimum object distance to approximately 1.3 feet (from 3.3 feet). This gives you the opportunity to shoot spectacular close-ups with the dramatic look of a shallow depth of field.
- 3.5" Touch Panel LCD Screen
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A 3.5-inch, 922,000 Dot LCD monitor provides an ample, accurate area for critical focus confirmation and approximately 100% field of view. The display opens on the left side of the camera body.
Touch & Track
Touch and Track delivers precise tracking of the focus and exposure on any subject--people, animals, vehicles and more. Simply select the point of interest on the Touch Panel LCD and you'll have the subject in sharp focus, regardless of where in the frame it moves during the shot. The exposure will be perfectly adjusted for subject and conditions. Touch & Track is the default setting. Focus or exposure may be adjusted independently by turning off Touch & Track, and turning on Touch Focus or Touch Exposure.
Touch Focus
Touch Focus allows the user to pinpoint a specific area to focus on. This function is similar to the Push AF feature found other professional camcorders, but can target a subject anywhere in the frame.
Touch Exposure
Touch Exposure enables exposure to be locked or compensated for the area touched by the user.
- Electronic Viewfinder
- The XA10 Professional Camcorder features a 0.24-inch, 260,000 Dot Color EVF and approximately 100% field of view coverage for comfortable viewing and accurate judgment of composition. Brightness, contrast, color and backlight are adjustable.
- Focus Assist Functions
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Edge Monitor Focus Assist System: With Canon's Edge Monitor Focus Assist system, a red and green monitor is shown at the bottom of the LCD Display and three red focus check areas are shown across the display. The green waveform shows overall focus of the image, while the red waveform shows the focus status of the focus check boxes. Through this dynamic focus feedback, the user can intuitively tune focus in a scene and quickly change the zone of focus.
Peaking/Magnify: Two peaking modes and a 2x magnify focus assist function are available in standby and record mode (LCD monitor and EVF), making it extremely easy for the XA10 operator to check and confirm critical focus.
- Detachable Handle with Dual XLR Inputs
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A detachable handle provides the pro shooter with expanded audio performance and added flexibility. Removing the handle allows the camcorder to be made more compact for convenient storage when traveling. Included on the handle are the following terminals, controls and monitors:
- Two built-in XLR audio input terminals with phantom power
- Accessory shoe (cold)
- External microphone holder
- Manual audio level control
- Zoom control and record start/stop button
- Infrared light
- Rear tally lamp
- Infrared Recording
- The XA10 camcorder features an Infrared Mode allowing the capture of video in conditions with little to no ambient light, a situation which would make other camcorders useless. It does so by removing the infrared cutoff filter from the optical path. Its specially designed lens coating allows the infrared light to pass through to the image sensor. Additionally, the XA10 features an infrared emitter with a diffuser to shoot pleasing infrared imagery even in complete darkness. For nature videographers or law enforcement users, the benefits of a compact, high performance camcorder for shooting in such conditions is obvious. Without the need to add lights, the shooter may remain hidden from their subjects. Also, the XA10 gives the option of recording in green or white light mode.
- Manual Control - Custom Key & Dial
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The XA10 Professional Camcorder offers a wide array of functions to provide the professional shooter with an exceptional level of control. A Custom Key and Dial feature allows you to assign functions to an easily accessible key and adjust the settings with a control dial. Functions include:
- Tv/Av: Use the dial to adjust shutter speed (Tv mode) or aperture (Av mode), as needed. In this mode the key has no effect.
- Manual exposure: When manual control is selected, the dial can adjust aperture, shutter speed, or gain. Select items to adjust, such as aperture or other settings, with the key.
- Exposure Lock can be set on or off as can the AGC Limit.
- Focus Assist - Magnification & Peaking
- To further enhance focusing capability the XA10 also features Focus Assist. It includes enlargement, which helps in capturing your subject in razor-sharp focus. It works by providing a 2x magnification of your subject, which is automatically canceled when you start recording. Also included is color peaking, which shows the shooting object's focused areas in actual colors. With Canon's Edge Monitor Focus Assist system, a red and green monitor is shown at the bottom of the LCD Display and three red focus check areas are shown across the display. The green waveform shows overall focus of the image, while the red waveform shows the focus status of the focus check boxes. Through this dynamic focus feedback, you can intuitively tune focus in a scene and quickly change the zone of focus.
- Waveform & Zebra Patterns
- Typically only found on expensive external units, the XA10 has a waveform monitor built right into the camera. The waveform monitor shows a detailed view of overall image brightness. At the same time, enhanced zebra pattern (70% or 100%) indicates "blown out" or high brightness areas to help you set the proper exposure.
- Composition Aids
- With the Level Marker feature, it's easy to keep the camcorder level for more accurate framing. The Grid Marker provides a reference a grid in your viewfinder. Depending on the background color of your shot, you can choose between two different colors for better viewing contrast.
- Advanced Control
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The XA10 features full manual exposure, as well as aperture priority (AV), and shutter priority (TV) modes.
Either color bars or color bars and test tone can be selected and recorded using a menu. The color bars comply with the SMPTE standard. -12 dB, -18 dB or -20 dB can be selected as the test tone.
The white balance control has 6 available presets settable through a variety of day and artificial light conditions (Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent H, and Fluorescent), as well two manual white balance settings. Color temperature may also be manually set from 2000K to 15,000K in 100K increments for more precise adjustment.
Gain may be manually set from 0 dB to 24 dB in 1 dB increments. Additionally, Auto Gain Control Limit allows you to set the maximum gain limit for the image sensor's sensitivity. With this function, brightness and noise can be balanced as required, and image quality can be maximized in low light situations.
The zoom speed as controlled by the rocker and handle controls is selectable. There is a choice of variable or 16 fixed speeds, with fast/normal/slow settings for greater control while zooming in various situations.
- Frame Modes
- The XA10 records in Full HD 1920 x 1080 in a variety of frame rates. The XA10 is also capable of recording in several different bit rate modes (24Mbps, 17Mbps, 12Mbps, 7Mbps, 5Mbps) allowing the user the balance quality versus recording time for specific applications. In addition to the standard interlaced frame rate of 60i, the XA10 can also capture video in PF30, PF24, and native 24p--a must for serious filmmaking work.
- Cinema-Look Filters
- When Cinema Shooting Mode is selected, it is possible to use one of nine different cinematic filters to customize the look and feel of the image. This provides users with almost limitless creative control. Filters are Cinema Standard, Cool, Dramatic B&W, Dream, Memory, Nostalgic, Old Movie, Sepia, and Vivid. The brightness of each filter can be adjusted low, medium or high, for even greater control. When Cinema Standard is selected, color depth, softening and contrast can also be adjusted.
- HD-to-SD Downconversion
- HD-to-SD downconversion allows you to convert recorded high definition video to standard definition files while safely preserving the original HD video. These standard definition files make it even more convenient to share video online. The video can be transferred to your computer via traditional methods--i.e., USB connection, card slot--or wirelessly to sharing sites with an Eye-Fi SD memory card.
- Audio System: XLR Inputs & Manual Control
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The XA10 Professional Camcorder offers a built-in stereo microphone to capture high-quality audio. The microphone’s direction can be adjusted four different ways to match your needs and taste. Choose from:
Monaural: Single point direction Normal (Stereo) Wide: Provides a more enhanced, separated stereo effect than normal Synced with Zoom: Directionality is adjusted to match the zoom position
In addition, the frequency response characteristics of the microphone can be adjusted between low, mid-range and high frequencies.
Normal: Provides a balance throughout all frequencies Low-range emphasis: Excellent for recording live music with impact Attenuate low frequencies: Reduces ambient noise and the sound of traffic outdoors, such as wind, cars, and so on Mid-range emphasis: Ideal for capturing people's voices Low and high range emphasis: Record live music with balanced lows and highs
The Automatic Attenuator feature prevents high volume distortion and optimizes audio quality in situations when sound levels quickly change. It automatically keeps the audio clean and even. Additionally, two XLR audio inputs with phantom power can be found on the detachable handle. Both the built-in microphone terminal and XLR terminals have the option for automatic or manual audio level control. Canon’s new optional WM-V1 Wireless Microphone allows high-quality audio to be recorded from up to 164 feet away (50m), making it ideal for ceremonies.
- Connectivity
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Not only does the XA10 provide the professional user with complete control over the image, it also provides complete creative freedom when it comes to inputs and outputs, including:
- HDMI Output (supports CEC, x.v. Color)
- Component Video Output
- Composite Video Output (3.5mm)
- USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Terminal
- (2) XLR Audio Input (when handle is attached)
- Microphone Input (3.5mm)
- Headphone Jack (3.5mm)
- Remote Control Terminal (compatible with LANC protocol)
- Accessory Shoe (when handle is attached)
- Story Creator
- Story Creator is a unique function that allows the camcorder to guide users in the creation of different video clips to assemble into a finished story during post-production. With this feature enabled, the user can choose from five different scenarios: Travel, Kids & Pets, Party, Ceremony, and Blog. The XA10 suggests specific shots to tell the story and helps keep them organized.
- Intelligent Battery System
- The XA10 Professional Camcorder is compatible with Canon's Intelligent Lithium-ion batteries. These batteries communicate remaining running time (down to the minute) so the user is well-informed at all times.
- Support for 27 languages
- Supported are Czech, Danish, German, Greek, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Hungarian, Malay, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Finnish, Swedish, Turkish, Russian, Ukrainian, Arabic, Farsi, Thai, simplified Chinese, traditional Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.
| Image Device |
1/3" CMOS Sensor Native 1920 x 1080 |
| Lens | Zoom Ratio: 10x Optical & 40x/200x Digital (Movie) Focal Length: 4.25 - 42.5mm (35mm equivalent 30.4 - 305mm) Zoom Speed: Variable Zoom Speed Constant: Fast, Normal, Slow (16 steps in each mode) Max F/Stop: f/1.8 - 2.8 |
| Horizontal Resolution | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Focusing System |
TVAF plus External Phase Difference Metering Sensor Autofocus (Instant AF, Medium AF, Normal AF, Face AF, Face Only AF), Manual, Full Manual |
| Minimum Illumination | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Built-in Filters | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 20mm (0.78") - wide macro, 60cm (1.97') - entire zoom range |
| Video Recording System |
Compression: AVCHD Color Space: 4:2:0 (at 24Mbps recording)
Recording Modes: |
| Audio Recording Format | 2-Channel, PCM digital recording, 16-Bit; 48kHz |
| Frame Rates | 60i, PF30, PF24, 24p (native) |
| Image Stabilization | Dynamic SuperRange Optical (Lens Shift) 4 modes: Standard, Powered, Dynamic, Off |
| LCD Monitor | 3.5" Touch Panel Screen, approx. 922,000 dots |
| Viewfinder | 0.24" Color, approx. 260,000 dots (100% FOV, adjustable brightness, color, contrast) |
| Microphone | Option |
| Memory Card Slot | SD Card: 2 Slots |
| Shutter Speed | Not specified by manufacturer |
| White Balance | Auto, Custom (2000K - 15000K in 100K increments), Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent H, Fluorescent, 2x Manual presets |
| Gain Selection |
0dB - 24dB (in 1dB increments) AGC (w/maximum gain limit) |
| Maximum Recording Time |
64GB Internal Flash Drive (Greater capacity is possible when SD cards are used.) 24Mbps: 5 hours 55 minutes 17Mbps: 8 hours 20 minutes 12Mbps: 11 hours 30 minutes 7Mbps: 19 hours 10 minutes 5Mbps: 24 hours 30 minutes Class 4 or higher SDHC or SDXC card required for 24Mbps and 17Mbps modes. |
| Input and Output Connectors |
Component (x1 Output) Composite: 3.5mm A/V (x1 Output) HDMI: Mini Type C (x1 Output) Mic/Line: XLR 3-pin (x2 Input) Stereo Mic: 3.5mm Mini Jack (x1 Input) USB: Mini-B USB 2.0 Headphone: 3.5mm Mini Remote Control Terminal: LANC |
| Power Requirements | 7.4VDC (Battery Pack) |
| Power Consumption | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Operating Temperature | 32-104°F (0-40°C), 85% relative humidity |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5.1 x 7 x 8" (13 x 17.8 x 20.3 cm) |
| Weight | 1.71 lbs (0.78kg) - not including battery, memory card, lens hood, mic holder |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 206 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
95%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Great picture quality (170)
- Easy to use (147)
- Image stabilization (137)
- Good in low light (131)
- Large clear LCD (128)
Cons
- Limited zoom (37)
- Complicated to operate (19)
- Poor sound (14)
- Poor still image (4)
- Poor image quality (3)
Best Uses
- HD shooting (136)
- Documentaries (121)
- Movies/short films (111)
- Travel (106)
- Weddings (102)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro (89), Pro videographer (65), Enthusiast (36), Casual user (8)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (190), Yes (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Lots of bang for the buck
Since all products are a compromise of some sort (price vs. size vs. weight vs. ruggedness vs ?) the trick when buying a complex product is to determine if the designers made the...Read complete review
Since all products are a compromise of some sort (price vs. size vs. weight vs. ruggedness vs ?) the trick when buying a complex product is to determine if the designers made the right compromises, i.e. they gave up features that aren't very important to you and they preserved the features that are.
For me, the Canon XA-10 puts the priorities in all the right places: image quality, manual controls, audio quality, size, weight, price and...did I say image quality? Are there some missing things I wish it included (like more buttons and a larger viewfinder)? Sure, but I'm not willing to pay a higher price and get a larger, heavier camera to get them.
The image quality is superb out of the box, and gets better and better as you learn how to tweak the settings. Sharpness, color saturation and dynamic range are excellent. I used to think only a three-chip camera could deliver video of this quality, especially in low light. Audio quality is excellent with both the built-in mics for ambient sound and with my Rode NTG2 shotgun or a lavaliere for dialog.
I thought I would hate the touch screen. It's not as responsive as my iPhone, but I've gotten used to it. It's bright, clear and the menus are (mostly) logically laid out. Virtually everything can be manually controlled when you want to, and that really makes a difference.
The handle with XLR inputs works well. Mine does have a rattle, but, who shakes a camcorder when shooting? Not me. This problem has been exaggerated, although I agree that Canon should have never let this design or assembly problem happen.
I do have a few small complaints: I wish the headphone jack were not underneath the LCD when closed and I wish the speaker was functional when "headphones" was selected but no headphones were plugged in.
For those of you trying to decide whether to use a DSLR or camcorder for video, here's my take. I've been shooting film and video for almost 40 years, and commercial still photos for just as long. I shoot some video with my pro-level DSLR and pro-level lenses. The ONLY advantage I have found that the DSLR has compared to the XA-10 is limited depth of field. In almost all cases the overall image quality of the XA-10 is superior. Unless you are willing to spend quite a bit on accessories for you DSLR, and have an assistant, and a detailed script and shooting plan, I would choose a camcorder.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Big Things in such a Small Package
I'm using the camera to shoot a documentary. The things that are great about it are, first off, it's size. This is why I purchased the camera, shooting a documentary has gotten more...Read complete review
I'm using the camera to shoot a documentary. The things that are great about it are, first off, it's size. This is why I purchased the camera, shooting a documentary has gotten more and more difficult these days. If you have a camera that draws attention, many times you'll be shut down. The XA10 can be scaled down to a very small footprint. It puts out an amazing picture, and uses either it's internal hard drive, which at 64gigs is ample, or affordable cards. The ability to plug in high end microphones is a major plus, as is the handle that is removeable...it expands the options of how to hold the camera...and being as small as it is, that handle comes in, well...in handy. I also must say, the price is an attractive part of this camera. For this price point you could put together a TWO CAMERA SHOOT for the price of one. Sure, once you're holding the small nearly comsumer style camera in your hands you feel the price is kind of inflated, and it is, but the picture you get will somewhat mask the pain in the wallet.
The things that are not so great about it...you've read about it in other reviews, all the menu controlled options will have anyone who is running and gunning want to sell this camera and get a larger camera with all the bells and whistles...which is to say BUTTONS. True that the fully automatic settings on this camera are really good...but should you want to go manual, the menu diving is deep and disturning. They would have been a nice OPTION, meaning...I would suggest that perhaps Canon come out with a breakout box option for the camera, that could be plugged into the camera and used when desired with all the buttons needed.
I also wish the focus ring could be repurposed for iris/zoom.
I'm not sure if this is petty, but I wish the sound meter had a RED ZONE. I also wish the sound level controls were easier to adjust.
I also have problems with the RATTLE sound everyone else is complaining about. I heard it may have been fixed in newer cameras, but all I can attest to is the one I have makes a lotta noise. How they let that get to market is TOTALLY INSANE!
Speaking of sound, I'm not sure why CANON has made an already bad problem worse by making you once again menu dive to listen on headphones (and the headphone jack is in a REALLY bad place...was no field testing done on this design?). There is a world of wonder in th menus, but when you're out in the field with your subject fleeting before you...the last thing you want to do is be screwing around in submenus.
I'm rating it 3 stars because of the problems with the RATTLE sound, the major inconvenience with the menus, and what feels like a slightly inflated price for what the camera is. But I will say it puts out a great picture (limited to 4:2:0 and under 25mbs).
If you hear and understand all the caveats, then the camera will serve you well.
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Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
Entry level professional camera. Amazing home videos camera
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Menus Instead Of Switches
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
I've only had this camera for a couple of weeks but have loved it so far. It has virtually all of the major features of a unit much more expensive and the picture quality is fantastic. I happen to like buttons, switches and knobs as opposed to drilling down through menus, but for the price point of this camera I'll take the menus.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
This thing was made to stream video.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Complicated To Operate
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
very nice camera in a very small package. all the features are there, but accessing them is sometimes cumbersome clicking through several screens of the menu. be sure to pack some mini-sandbags, because this lightweight camera is easily jiggled by the wind.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
I was skeptical about purchasing this Camcorder because of it size but after using it for a week on vacation in GA I was about to test it out with its multitude of settings. I can tell after countless hours of research and youtube videos it certainly lives up to the hype. I am happy about the picture quality. Low light quality is good but under good lighting or outside is where it shines. great detail and color. It''s small and light enough to go anywhere. Sound quality is superb with the xlr inputs. Stabilization is good but i prefer a smoother look so I use a steadycam for several shots. I bought primarily to do music videos and short films. I will be using it this week for a music video shoot so I will try to give an update. Be prepared to by a few accessories for best use. I bought 2 extended batteries, a tall case( unless you want to constantly remove and reattache the handle), a hoodman lcd cover ( for sunny shots) and of course a good shotgun mic. Lastly, beware of price drops as this has been out a while. The price dropped on mine $70 within 2 weeks. Thankfully B&H's customer service took great care of me and gave me a credit for the difference that I put toward a wide angle lens! Verry Happy
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Large Clear LCD
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Indoors/Low Light
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
This little camera is great! I purchased it as an upgrade from my XHA1 that I used to film speaker sessions at conferences. It works well in the low light of most conference settings and its size makes my gear bag even more compact. This camera is easy to use and delivers a great image. It's perfect for fast paced documentary filmaking. The infrared setting is outstanding. I think I will do some ghost hunting with it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
When you use this camera with external microphones it is pretty amazing for its price. As soon as I save up a few more pennies, I will buy another. Get the rubber O rings if you plan to put a shotgun on the mic holder.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
Really easy to operate, great color, very good for low light and very convenient to travel.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Picture Quality
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
Using this product for recording the impact of our work in Southeast Asia and it is easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
plan to use for corporate videos shot in-house.
At first use, easy to use and allows for great deal of custom settings to get desired effect.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Education
- HD Shooting
- Movies/Short Films
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
We use the camera to record all of our school events. It's easy to use and worked well in low lighting conditions.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
We use this camera in out Radio/TV classes in the school district. It has brought the quality of the students work up a level. We love the XLR connectors on the camera because it makes it easy to hook up a quality mic and get good sound. When working with students they like to take the fastest way possible to complete their assignments
and this camera works for them plus gives us what we are looking for good work.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Focus
Best Uses
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
Did my first shoot. Things went pretty well. Focus is a bit odd but manageable.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
I use this product for shooting marketing videos. It is perfect in every regard for my day in and out workload. I would defintely suggest this camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Card-memory Dualrecording
- Native 24p Hd
- Xlr In And Audio Controls
Cons
- Almost Too Lightweight
Best Uses
- Documentaries
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
24P performance is pretty great given the price tag. XLR ins and Audio control on the handle put this a peg above prosumer in my opinion. The ability to simultaneously write to built-in AND card memory so another party can walk with footage without waiting for transfer duplication is perfect for my business. Only slight niggle is that the touch screen is not as responsive as, say, an iPhone's – but it's still pretty handy when you get used to it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- panasonic AC130
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
I use this camera to teach my Broadcasting students. It is very easy to use and very user-friendly. I also find it to be very durable (which is great for having a number of students handling it year after year). If there are any flaws with this camera I haven't found them yet.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
When we shoot at news conferences and events that network videographers are at we get lots of questions because the camera allows us t plug into a meltbox and shoot very high quality HD that's fit for broadcast.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
Only had it a few weeks, but a really enjoying this camera. The picture quality is excellent. It's menu driven, but the menu is easy to navigate. Looking forward to really digging in and seeing what this camera can do. The handle rattle that gets mentioned so many times in other reviews is not apparent in this camera. Camera is small and lightweight, but well built and sturdy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Infrared
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Complicated To Operate
- Limited Zoom
- Poor Sound
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
I'm a freelance videographer and spent quite a while looking for my perfect camera. The Canon XA10 fit my needs & budget and I have to say it is a wonderful camera. Let me just say that the rattle on the buttons is not as bad as everyone says. Yes, the buttons on the handle do rattle around it's a shame that cannon hasn't address that problem. But, after about a week of using it, I don't even notice it anymore. It hasn't affected the quality of my video or audio. I do use an external shotgun mic though, which I would highly recommend for anyone using this camera since the internal audio is NOT professional quality.
PROS:
- stunning low light performance
- dual SD card slots are a major plus
- small enough to be versatile and portable, yet looks professional and delivers high-quality performance
- Infrared is a bonus and gives you the ability to record in complete darkness
CONS:
- Poor location of the headphone jack. You also have to manually switch the playback audio to go through the speakers on the camera or headphones.
- Finding things in the menu takes some getting used to. So, make sure that you practice before going to shoot.
- Shoots in progressive frames, yet when I import into Final Cut, the computer reads the footage as interlaced even though it's not. This is not a major problem, but can be a little irritating at times when trying to do certain things.
Overall, I love my camera and will use it for years to come. If you need a professional camera without being charged through the roof, the Canon XA10 is definitely a good way to go.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
- Complicated To Operate
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
I have only used this camera a few times, both indoors as well as out doors. In both situations have found the picture color and clarity to be great in comparison to a couple of higher end consumer level cameras that I was using as well.
The best parts about this camera would have to be the functionality it offers in such a small package. However, this could also be a point of frustration, as the majority of the functions are in a digital menu accessed through the touch screen display. If you are like me, it is just a learning curve that everyone with something new must go around. I am a quick learner and one who does not quit or complain if I doesn't come naturally immediately. It is, after having used it more, become quite comfortable and manageable.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 206 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
95%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Great picture quality (170)
- Easy to use (147)
- Image stabilization (137)
- Good in low light (131)
- Large clear LCD (128)
Cons
- Limited zoom (37)
- Complicated to operate (19)
- Poor sound (14)
- Poor still image (4)
- Poor image quality (3)
Best Uses
- HD shooting (136)
- Documentaries (121)
- Movies/short films (111)
- Travel (106)
- Weddings (102)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro (89), Pro videographer (65), Enthusiast (36), Casual user (8)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (190), Yes (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Lots of bang for the buck
Since all products are a compromise of some sort (price vs. size vs. weight vs. ruggedness vs ?) the trick when buying a complex product is to determine if the designers made the...Read complete review
Since all products are a compromise of some sort (price vs. size vs. weight vs. ruggedness vs ?) the trick when buying a complex product is to determine if the designers made the right compromises, i.e. they gave up features that aren't very important to you and they preserved the features that are.
For me, the Canon XA-10 puts the priorities in all the right places: image quality, manual controls, audio quality, size, weight, price and...did I say image quality? Are there some missing things I wish it included (like more buttons and a larger viewfinder)? Sure, but I'm not willing to pay a higher price and get a larger, heavier camera to get them.
The image quality is superb out of the box, and gets better and better as you learn how to tweak the settings. Sharpness, color saturation and dynamic range are excellent. I used to think only a three-chip camera could deliver video of this quality, especially in low light. Audio quality is excellent with both the built-in mics for ambient sound and with my Rode NTG2 shotgun or a lavaliere for dialog.
I thought I would hate the touch screen. It's not as responsive as my iPhone, but I've gotten used to it. It's bright, clear and the menus are (mostly) logically laid out. Virtually everything can be manually controlled when you want to, and that really makes a difference.
The handle with XLR inputs works well. Mine does have a rattle, but, who shakes a camcorder when shooting? Not me. This problem has been exaggerated, although I agree that Canon should have never let this design or assembly problem happen.
I do have a few small complaints: I wish the headphone jack were not underneath the LCD when closed and I wish the speaker was functional when "headphones" was selected but no headphones were plugged in.
For those of you trying to decide whether to use a DSLR or camcorder for video, here's my take. I've been shooting film and video for almost 40 years, and commercial still photos for just as long. I shoot some video with my pro-level DSLR and pro-level lenses. The ONLY advantage I have found that the DSLR has compared to the XA-10 is limited depth of field. In almost all cases the overall image quality of the XA-10 is superior. Unless you are willing to spend quite a bit on accessories for you DSLR, and have an assistant, and a detailed script and shooting plan, I would choose a camcorder.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Big Things in such a Small Package
I'm using the camera to shoot a documentary. The things that are great about it are, first off, it's size. This is why I purchased the camera, shooting a documentary has gotten more...Read complete review
I'm using the camera to shoot a documentary. The things that are great about it are, first off, it's size. This is why I purchased the camera, shooting a documentary has gotten more and more difficult these days. If you have a camera that draws attention, many times you'll be shut down. The XA10 can be scaled down to a very small footprint. It puts out an amazing picture, and uses either it's internal hard drive, which at 64gigs is ample, or affordable cards. The ability to plug in high end microphones is a major plus, as is the handle that is removeable...it expands the options of how to hold the camera...and being as small as it is, that handle comes in, well...in handy. I also must say, the price is an attractive part of this camera. For this price point you could put together a TWO CAMERA SHOOT for the price of one. Sure, once you're holding the small nearly comsumer style camera in your hands you feel the price is kind of inflated, and it is, but the picture you get will somewhat mask the pain in the wallet.
The things that are not so great about it...you've read about it in other reviews, all the menu controlled options will have anyone who is running and gunning want to sell this camera and get a larger camera with all the bells and whistles...which is to say BUTTONS. True that the fully automatic settings on this camera are really good...but should you want to go manual, the menu diving is deep and disturning. They would have been a nice OPTION, meaning...I would suggest that perhaps Canon come out with a breakout box option for the camera, that could be plugged into the camera and used when desired with all the buttons needed.
I also wish the focus ring could be repurposed for iris/zoom.
I'm not sure if this is petty, but I wish the sound meter had a RED ZONE. I also wish the sound level controls were easier to adjust.
I also have problems with the RATTLE sound everyone else is complaining about. I heard it may have been fixed in newer cameras, but all I can attest to is the one I have makes a lotta noise. How they let that get to market is TOTALLY INSANE!
Speaking of sound, I'm not sure why CANON has made an already bad problem worse by making you once again menu dive to listen on headphones (and the headphone jack is in a REALLY bad place...was no field testing done on this design?). There is a world of wonder in th menus, but when you're out in the field with your subject fleeting before you...the last thing you want to do is be screwing around in submenus.
I'm rating it 3 stars because of the problems with the RATTLE sound, the major inconvenience with the menus, and what feels like a slightly inflated price for what the camera is. But I will say it puts out a great picture (limited to 4:2:0 and under 25mbs).
If you hear and understand all the caveats, then the camera will serve you well.
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Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
Entry level professional camera. Amazing home videos camera
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Menus Instead Of Switches
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
I've only had this camera for a couple of weeks but have loved it so far. It has virtually all of the major features of a unit much more expensive and the picture quality is fantastic. I happen to like buttons, switches and knobs as opposed to drilling down through menus, but for the price point of this camera I'll take the menus.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
This thing was made to stream video.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Complicated To Operate
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
very nice camera in a very small package. all the features are there, but accessing them is sometimes cumbersome clicking through several screens of the menu. be sure to pack some mini-sandbags, because this lightweight camera is easily jiggled by the wind.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
I was skeptical about purchasing this Camcorder because of it size but after using it for a week on vacation in GA I was about to test it out with its multitude of settings. I can tell after countless hours of research and youtube videos it certainly lives up to the hype. I am happy about the picture quality. Low light quality is good but under good lighting or outside is where it shines. great detail and color. It''s small and light enough to go anywhere. Sound quality is superb with the xlr inputs. Stabilization is good but i prefer a smoother look so I use a steadycam for several shots. I bought primarily to do music videos and short films. I will be using it this week for a music video shoot so I will try to give an update. Be prepared to by a few accessories for best use. I bought 2 extended batteries, a tall case( unless you want to constantly remove and reattache the handle), a hoodman lcd cover ( for sunny shots) and of course a good shotgun mic. Lastly, beware of price drops as this has been out a while. The price dropped on mine $70 within 2 weeks. Thankfully B&H's customer service took great care of me and gave me a credit for the difference that I put toward a wide angle lens! Verry Happy
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Large Clear LCD
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Indoors/Low Light
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
This little camera is great! I purchased it as an upgrade from my XHA1 that I used to film speaker sessions at conferences. It works well in the low light of most conference settings and its size makes my gear bag even more compact. This camera is easy to use and delivers a great image. It's perfect for fast paced documentary filmaking. The infrared setting is outstanding. I think I will do some ghost hunting with it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
When you use this camera with external microphones it is pretty amazing for its price. As soon as I save up a few more pennies, I will buy another. Get the rubber O rings if you plan to put a shotgun on the mic holder.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
Really easy to operate, great color, very good for low light and very convenient to travel.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Picture Quality
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
Using this product for recording the impact of our work in Southeast Asia and it is easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
plan to use for corporate videos shot in-house.
At first use, easy to use and allows for great deal of custom settings to get desired effect.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Education
- HD Shooting
- Movies/Short Films
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
We use the camera to record all of our school events. It's easy to use and worked well in low lighting conditions.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
We use this camera in out Radio/TV classes in the school district. It has brought the quality of the students work up a level. We love the XLR connectors on the camera because it makes it easy to hook up a quality mic and get good sound. When working with students they like to take the fastest way possible to complete their assignments
and this camera works for them plus gives us what we are looking for good work.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Focus
Best Uses
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
Did my first shoot. Things went pretty well. Focus is a bit odd but manageable.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
I use this product for shooting marketing videos. It is perfect in every regard for my day in and out workload. I would defintely suggest this camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Card-memory Dualrecording
- Native 24p Hd
- Xlr In And Audio Controls
Cons
- Almost Too Lightweight
Best Uses
- Documentaries
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
24P performance is pretty great given the price tag. XLR ins and Audio control on the handle put this a peg above prosumer in my opinion. The ability to simultaneously write to built-in AND card memory so another party can walk with footage without waiting for transfer duplication is perfect for my business. Only slight niggle is that the touch screen is not as responsive as, say, an iPhone's – but it's still pretty handy when you get used to it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- panasonic AC130
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
I use this camera to teach my Broadcasting students. It is very easy to use and very user-friendly. I also find it to be very durable (which is great for having a number of students handling it year after year). If there are any flaws with this camera I haven't found them yet.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
When we shoot at news conferences and events that network videographers are at we get lots of questions because the camera allows us t plug into a meltbox and shoot very high quality HD that's fit for broadcast.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
Only had it a few weeks, but a really enjoying this camera. The picture quality is excellent. It's menu driven, but the menu is easy to navigate. Looking forward to really digging in and seeing what this camera can do. The handle rattle that gets mentioned so many times in other reviews is not apparent in this camera. Camera is small and lightweight, but well built and sturdy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Infrared
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Complicated To Operate
- Limited Zoom
- Poor Sound
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
I'm a freelance videographer and spent quite a while looking for my perfect camera. The Canon XA10 fit my needs & budget and I have to say it is a wonderful camera. Let me just say that the rattle on the buttons is not as bad as everyone says. Yes, the buttons on the handle do rattle around it's a shame that cannon hasn't address that problem. But, after about a week of using it, I don't even notice it anymore. It hasn't affected the quality of my video or audio. I do use an external shotgun mic though, which I would highly recommend for anyone using this camera since the internal audio is NOT professional quality.
PROS:
- stunning low light performance
- dual SD card slots are a major plus
- small enough to be versatile and portable, yet looks professional and delivers high-quality performance
- Infrared is a bonus and gives you the ability to record in complete darkness
CONS:
- Poor location of the headphone jack. You also have to manually switch the playback audio to go through the speakers on the camera or headphones.
- Finding things in the menu takes some getting used to. So, make sure that you practice before going to shoot.
- Shoots in progressive frames, yet when I import into Final Cut, the computer reads the footage as interlaced even though it's not. This is not a major problem, but can be a little irritating at times when trying to do certain things.
Overall, I love my camera and will use it for years to come. If you need a professional camera without being charged through the roof, the Canon XA10 is definitely a good way to go.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
- Complicated To Operate
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon XA10 HD Professional Camcorder:
I have only used this camera a few times, both indoors as well as out doors. In both situations have found the picture color and clarity to be great in comparison to a couple of higher end consumer level cameras that I was using as well.
The best parts about this camera would have to be the functionality it offers in such a small package. However, this could also be a point of frustration, as the majority of the functions are in a digital menu accessed through the touch screen display. If you are like me, it is just a learning curve that everyone with something new must go around. I am a quick learner and one who does not quit or complain if I doesn't come naturally immediately. It is, after having used it more, become quite comfortable and manageable.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Media
Show more >Required item: Recording media is not included. A memory card is required to record your footage.
- Price: $10.95
Batteries & Power Adapters
Show more >Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.
- Price: $127.00
- Price: $89.00
Lenses & Lens Adapters
Show more >Capture your desired angle of view with a quality conversion lens.
- Price: $399.00
- Price: $299.00
Microphones & Audio Adapters
Show more >Focus your sound with a high-quality microphone. Audio quality can make or break your video.
- Price: $156.82
Create a more snug fit and vibration isolation for a shotgun mic when it is mounted in the camcorder's mic clip. (B&H # SAROCS)
Bags & Cases
Show more >Carry, organize and protect your investment with quick access to your gear.
- Price: $74.95
Tripod, Sliders, Dollies, & Cranes
Show more >Stabilize the your footage and eliminate handheld fatigue with the support you need.
- Price: $149.95
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