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Legria HF20 High Definition 'PAL' Camcorder
  • 32GB Internal Flash Memory
  •  • SDHC Memory Card
  •  • 3.89Mp 1/4" CMOS Sensor
  •  • Canon 15x HD Video Lens
  •  • 2.7" Multi-Angle Widescreen LCD
  •  • SuperRange O.I.S.
  •  • 1920 X 1080 HD
  •  • HDMI Mini
  •  • Microphone Input

Mfr # HF20E• B&H CAHF20E

Our Price: $ 899.95
Availability: In Stock
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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Legria HF20 High Definition 'PAL' Camcorder

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BP-809 Battery Pack

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Compact Power Adapter CA-570

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Wireless Controller WL-D88

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Component Cable CTC-100/S

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Stereo Video Cable STV-250N

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USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU

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Wrist Strap

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Digital Video Solution Disk

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Pixela ImageMixer 3SE Video Editing Software

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Music CD

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1-Year Parts & Labor Warranty

Required/Recommended Accessories
The item(s) listed below are recommended to enhance the use of the selected item above.

Blank Media


SanDisk
8GB Video HD SDHC Memory Card

SDSDHV-008G-A15
B&H# SASDVHD8GB

Price: 27.75

Batteries


Canon
BP-809B Replacement Battery Pack

2588B004
B&H# CABP809B

Price: 52.99

Chargers/AC Adapters


Canon
CG-800 Charger Adapter

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B&H# CACG800

Price: 52.99

Bags & Cases


Pearstone
Onyx 1020 Digital Camera/Camcorder Shoulder Bag

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B&H# PEOSC1020B

Price: 14.36

Filters


Tiffen
37mm UV Protector Glass Filter

37UVP
B&H# TIUVP37

Price: 9.95

Lenses & Lens Adapters


Impact
DVP-SWA38-37 Wide-Converter Lens

DVP-SWA38-37
B&H# IMDVPSWA3837

Price: 71.96

Raynox
HD-3032PRO, 37mm, 0.3x, Semi-Fisheye Conversion Lens

HD-3032
B&H# RAHD3032

Price: 94.95

On-Camera Lights


Bescor
LED-14K3 14-watt LED On Camera Light Kit 3


B&H# BELED14K3

Price: 49.95

External Microphones


Azden
SMX-10 Stereo Microphone

SMX-10
B&H# AZSMX10

Price: 64.95

Product Information

Canon's Legria HF20 High Definition 'PAL' Camcorder provides you with 12 hours of true 1920 x 1080 HD recording to its 32GB internal memory along with the option to record extra footage to SDHC memory cards. The camera captures clean, clear video and stills thanks to the 3.89Mp CMOS sensor and the DIGIC DV III Image Processor, while the 2.7" Multi-Angle Widescreen LCD, SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer and 15x HD Video Lens also enhance your video making endeavors.

The HF20 also features Face Detection and Video Snapshot Mode among other convenient functions for the casual home movie maker. For those looking to capture video with a film-look the camera offers 25p Cinema mode. In addition, higher quality audio can be captured by utilizing the external microphone terminal.

The HF20 offers HD recording to convenient, lightweight media and useful functions for the casual shooter and the aspiring film-maker alike.

Features

• Dual Flash Memory

Record up to 12 hours of video to the 32GB internal flash memory. Expand your recording time by using an optional SDHC memory card.

• Image Sensor & DIGIC DV III

Capture vivid color and clean images with the 3.89Mp Full HD CMOS sensor. Along with the DIGIC DV III Image Processor you'll see excellent color reproduction, reduced image noise and great low light recordings.

• Canon 15x HD Video Lens

The 15x HD Video Lens captures landscapes and tight shots easily, while providing 4 fixed zoom speeds for fluid transitions. The Super Spectra Coating keeps flare and ghosting at bay while the lens' aspheric design cuts down on aberration and boosts resolution.

• 2.7" Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD

The multi-angle widescreen LCD gives you a generous display on which to compose and playback your shots, not to mention the ability to shoot from more angles. The hard coat Anti-Reflection surface reproduces color accurately with reduced glare and enhanced contrast.

• 3.3Mp Digital Stills

Capture 3.3Mp digital photos to SDHC memory cards and enjoy special functions that make shooting easier, like the Histogram Display, scene modes and auto focus. You can also simultaneously capture still images while shooting video or capture stills from already recorded footage.

• SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization

Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer corrects for hand shake, moving subjects and the inevitable slight bump. SuperRange Gyro and image sensors also correct for a wider range of incidents such as body sway and recording in a moving car as well as ensuring no loss in image quality.

• Creative Control & Workflow Features

  • Microphone and headphone terminals
  • Built-in flash for stills indoors or in low light
  • HDMI for watching videos on HDTV with just one cable
  • Pre-record: Camera records 3 seconds of video before you press record
  • Mini Advanced Accessory Shoe for attaching Canon lights and microphones
  • 24Mbps recording allows for recording of the highest quality AVCHD video
  • Face Detection: sharp focus and accurate exposures of everyone in the scene
  • Video Snapshot Mode: Capture a series of 4 second video clips - add music background
  • 25p Cinema Mode gives your videos a "film-look" - enhanced when used with the CINE setting


Specifications
Optics
Sensor
3.89MP 1/4" CMOS, RGB Primary Color Filter
Lens
Genuine Canon 15x HD Video Lens
Focal length=4.1-61.5mm
F/Stop=1.8-3.2
Zoom
15x Optical
300x Digital
Filter Size
37mm
Recording
System
PAL
Format
MPEG4-AVC / H.264
Audio
Dolby Digital 2 channels (AC-3 2 ch)
Image Stabilization
SuperRange Optical (lens shift)
Lux
0.4 lux (Night mode)
Recording Media
32GB Built-in flash memory
SD/SDHC memory card (not included)
Recording Time
32GB Internal Flash Memory
LP: 12 hours, 15 minutes
SP: 9 hours, 35 minutes
XP+: 5 hours, 45 minutes
FXP: 4 hours, 10 minutes (allows 1920 x 1080 full HD recording)
MXP: 2 hours, 55 minutes (allows 1920 x 1080 full HD recording)
Display
Display Type
Multi-Angle Vivid widescreen color LCD
Display Size
2.7" (Approx 211,000 dots)
Viewfinder
N/A
Camera Features
Manual Controls
Exposure, Focus
Built-in Speaker
Yes
Built-in Mic
Yes
Accessory Shoe
mini Advanced
Built-in Light/Flash
Flash - yes
Digital Still Mode
Still Recording Media
SDHC memory card
Resolution
16:9=Approx 2.99Mp (2304 x 1296)
4:3=Approx 3.31Mp (2100 x 1575)
Input/Output Connectors
Inputs
3.5mm stereo mini-jack
Output
USB 2.0
HDMI Mini
Component
Composite
3.5mm 4 pole mini-jack
Microphone Input
Yes
Headphone Jack
Yes
General
Languages
Not specified by manufacturer
Compatible Operating Systems
Not specified by manufacturer
Power Requirements
Not specified by manufacturer
Dimensions (WxHxD)
2.8 x 2.4 x 4.9" (70 x 62 x 124mm)
Weight
12 oz (340g)