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.
| 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 |