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XL-2E "PAL" System 1/3-Inch 3-CCD Widescreen MiniDV Camcorder with 25P Recording, 20x Optical Zoom Lens and Advanced Optical Image Stabilizer ( Imported )
Mfr # XL2E• B&H CAXL2E

Our Price: $ 3,499.95
Availability: Accepting Orders
Note! This is not a regularly stocked item. Estimated arrival at B&H is 7-14 business days. You will be charged upon placing your order.
Note! 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.
This Item Includes

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

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CA-920 Charger/Power Adapter

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BP-930 Battery Pack

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Color LCD Viewfinder

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DC-920 DC Coupler

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WL-D4000 Remote with AAA Batteries

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S-Video Cable

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STV-150 Stereo Video + Audio Cable

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Neck Strap

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Stereo Microphone

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Lens Hood

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Lens Cap

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Lens Soft Case

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CR-20205 Lithium Battery

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Adapter Holder

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SCART Adapter

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90-Day Warranty

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Product Information

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.

Features

• 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.

Specifications
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