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Canon GL2 Mini DV 3CCD Camcorder Kit

20x Zoom
Color Viewfinder
2.5" LCD Screen

B&H# CAGL2K
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Setting a performance benchmark for a prosumer-level camcorder, the Canon GL2 offers high-quality digital video with up to 530 lines of resolution. Building on Canon's expertise in 35mm photographic and broadcast TV lenses, the GL2 is equipped with Canon's exclusive L-Series Fluorite optical technology for outstanding imaging power and shooting versatility in a lightweight, portable design.

The camcorder's 3 CCDs deliver outstanding picture quality, accurate color reproduction and a wide dynamic range with virtually no color noise. Canon has improved a broadcast technology to create a new form of Pixel Shift technology, producing higher picture quality than that of camcorders using CCDs with almost twice the number of pixels. In addition to its enhanced quality, the camera incorporates a built-in digital photo mode for capturing crisp photos up to 1488 x 1128 pixels. This kit comes with additional items such as a camcorder bag, UV filter and more!

• Achieve Super High Resolution: The camcorder maximizes the capability of the DV format by using a 3 CCD system, assigning a separate CCD to each primary color (red, green, blue). A beam-splitting prism precisely separates the light passing through the lens into individual color components, and each is sent to its own CCD. This process achieves outstanding detail with highly accurate color reproduction, suitable for the demands of the high-end production field - wide dynamic range, low color noise, natural color resolution and low aliasing.

• L-Series Fluorite Lens: Canon has satisfied the demands of experienced image makers for years through the power, design and quality of their 35mm and broadcast TV lenses. The professional L-Series lenses utilize Fluorite, a material which provides outstanding resolution, contrast and color reproduction, especially in lightweight, high-magnification lenses. Now incorporated into the lens on the GL-2, Fluorite delivers the ultimate clarity and image quality. The Fluorite element inside of the lens defeats color aberration - the effect when components of light stray from one another within a lens, causing a reduction in sharpness, contrast and color. The Fluorite lens precisely controls components of light, providing an excellent balance of these three critical ingredients of picture quality. This is unobtainable with conventional optical glass.

• Image Stabilization: Canon's superb optical stabilization system eliminates image shake due to a wide range of movement and/or high wind conditions. It corrects camera shake instantly. Even hand-held shots at full telephoto, and shots taken from a moving car, are smooth and steady. And since it is optical, there is no loss of image quality as with electronic image stabilizers.

• Pixel Shift: This feature solves common shooting dilemmas by using a signal processing technique called Pixel Shift, which has been used in professional grade video cameras for many years. It achieves wider dynamic range, reduced vertical smearing and sharper digital still images. The green component of a video signal contains 60% of the picture detail, and the red and blue components comprise only 40%. The green CCD in the camcorder is shifted vertically and horizontally the equivalent distance of 1/2 pixel from the red and blue CCD. The green signal is then sampled more frequently to extract the maximum picture detail from the video signal. This allows the camcorder to achieve resolution equal to camcorders with nearly twice as many pixels in video recording.

• Direction Accurate Microphone: This camcorder's built-in microphone incorporates two pairs of pick-up elements each for left and right. This arrangement realizes a superior directional ability and fuller, richer stereo sound. Also, you can change the microphone frequency characteristics to match the recording condition (normal, voice, windscreen).

• Top Grip with Recording Controls: In addition to the side hand grip, the GL2 features a top carrying handle, complete with a duplicate set of recording and zoom controls. Now you can accommodate your individual shooting style, as well as make mid to low angle shooting comfortable and easy.

• Photo Search: Remember that you can put hundreds of still images on a DV tape when using the GL2 in Photo Mode. So having a way to find a particular image is a necessity. Using the GL2's Remote Control, Easy Photo Search lets you scan through the still pictures, even if they're recorded between sections of moving footage.

• Special Effects: This feature offers you a variety of scene transition effects, producing smooth, professional-looking dissolve and wipe transitions between scenes as you record. Effects include: Black & White, which removes color from the video images; Sepia, Art, Mirror, Trail and Strobe, for a stop-and-go type of motion effect.

• Manual Audio Level Control with VU Meters: For complete control, the GL2 offers 2-channel manual audio adjustment (2 mechanical, dedicated controls). The audio level can be monitored by an external illuminated VU meter or in the viewfinder/LCD view screen.

• Clear Scan: When shooting the display screen of a personal computer or a TV, a noticeable rolling black bar or flickering may appear. This can be eliminated by adjusting the scanning frequency setting on the camcorder.

• Character Recording: Some video applications (such as law enforcement, including interrogations, crime scene documentation, depositions and court room proceedings) require identification of date, time and time code of each recording. To accommodate this, the GL2 can be set to permanently record this information by superimposing it over the video image.

• Analog to Digital Conversion with Pass-Through: For instant editing, simply connect your TV, VCR, or analog camcorder to the camcorder, and send the analog signal directly to your computer's IEEE-1394 terminal, without recording to tape. If you choose, you may first record the analog signal to DV tape, allowing you to create a high-quality master of your original.

• Interval Recording: Continuous recording with intervals is possible for users who are seeking to capture a compressed version of real time (such as sunsets, flowers blooming), or create animation. Users may select a recording time of 0.5, 1.5, or 2 seconds, which will be recorded at an interval of 30 seconds, one, five, or 10 minutes.

• Advanced Accessory Shoe: The shoe transmits power directly from the GL2. You can choose to attach the optional DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone, shotgun mic with high sensitivity and super directional pick-up. Use when recording or dubbing audio. Or, attach the optional VL-3 Video Light, which can either stay on continuously or turn on/off automatically, in response to changes in the brightness of the shooting situation.

• Power Save: This feature allows you to turn the recorder section off, leaving the camera section turned on, so you can adjust the camera section without worrying about the automatic shut-off (5-minute timer).

System: NTSC

Format: Mini DV

CCD: 1/4" 3CCD, 410,000 Gross Pixels, 380,000 Effective Pixels, using Pixel Shift Technology

Audio: PCM Digital Stereo
12-bit/32kHz/4ch
16-bit/48khz/2ch

Zoom: 20x Optical
40/100x Digital (for 35mm conversion 39.5-790mm)

Lens: 4.2-84mm, f/1.6-2.9 (L-Series Fluorite Lens)

Filter Size: 58mm

Image Stabilization: Yes, Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)

Lux: 6 Lux, 0.37 Lux (Slow Shutter at 1/8)

Viewfinder: 0.44" Color (180,000 Pixels)

LCD Monitor: 2.5" LCD Monitor

Manual Controls: Focus (Ring), Exposure, White Balance, TV/AV Image Control, Picture Control, Shutter Speed (1/8 - 1/15,000), Audio Level Control

Date & Time: Yes

Time Code: Yes

A/V Dubbing: Yes

Line In Recording: Yes, Analog/Digital

Input/Output Interface: Composite Video: RCA (x1 Input, x1 Output)
Analog Audio L/R: RCA (x1 Input, x1 Output)
FireWire: IEEE-1394 4-Pin
Headphones: Mini Stereo
Microphone: Mini Stereo

Card Slot: SD (Secure Digital)/MM (MultiMedia)

Special Effects: B/W, Sepia, Art, Mirror, Trail and Strobe

Fader: Yes

Titler: No

Accessory Shoe: Yes, Advanced Shoe (Hot Shoe)

Built-in Light: No, Optional VL-3 Light

Tape Loading: Side Top Loading

Power Requirements: 110-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
7.2 VDC

Power Consumption: With Viewfinder: 4.8W
With LCD: 5.7W

Dimensions (WxHxD): 4.6 x 5.4 x 12" (11.8 x 13.6 x 30.6 cm)

Weight: 2.5 lb (1.13 kg)

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Pearstone - BP-970 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 7200mAh)
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Pearstone

BP-970 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 7200mAh)

B&H# PEBP970 | Mfr# BP-970
The BP-970 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack from Pearstone is designed to replace the Canon BP-970 battery. Small and lightweight, Lithium-Ion batteries can be charged or discharged at any time without developing memory effects.

Chemistry

Lithium-Ion

Output Voltage

7.2V

Capacity

7200mAh

Dimensions

Not Specified by Manufacturer

Weight

Not Specified by Manufacturer

1-Year Limited Warranty

Petrol - PMCCB1 Compact Camcorder Bag
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Petrol

PMCCB1 Compact Camcorder Bag

B&H# PEPMCCB1 | Mfr# PMCCB-1
The Petrol PMCCB1 Mini Compact Camcorder Bag is an ideal carrying system for MiniDV and other small camcorders. The bag has three removable dividers for custom configuration. The bag is carried by either a removable, adjustable shoulder strap or overlapping carry straps with a padded grip. The case can be made into a backpack with the optional PUBP shoulder harness.

• Water-resistant Cordura case made to carry a Mini DV camcorder and accessories.

• Three removable dividers, to customize the case.

• Case can become a backpack with optional PUBP harness.

• Carrying options

Removable, adjustable shoulder strap with shoulder pad
Overlapping straps with grip
Optional PUBP harness

• Compatible with

Canon GL-1/2 camcorder
Panasonic DVC-30 camcorder
Sony PDX-10 camcorder
Sony TRV series camcorders
Most camcorders up to 13" long

Material

Water-resistant Cordura fabric

Type of Closure

Dual YKK zippers

Exterior Dimensions

16 x 7.8 x 8.6" (41 x 20 x 22cm) (LxWxH)

Interior Dimensions

14.2 x 5.9 x 8.3" (36 x 15 x 21cm) (LxWxH)

Design

Main compartment with three dividers

Accommodates

Mini-DV and other small camcorders with accessories

Carrying/Transport Options

Shoulder strap
Carry handles

Weight

3.6 lbs (1.6kg)

Shoulder Strap

3 Dividers

2-Year Warranty

Tiffen - 58mm UV Protector Glass Filter
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Tiffen

58mm UV Protector Glass Filter

B&H# TIUVP58 | Mfr# 58UVP
Tiffen 58mm UV Protector Glass Filters are wise initial investments. They help protect your valuable investment from dust, moisture and scratches, which can lead to costly repairs.

• Tiffen filters provide additional benefits of correction for Ultraviolet(UV) light which can register on film and videotape as a bluish cast and can obscure distant details

• If desired they can be left on the lens at all times for protection

Type

Protector

Size

58mm x 4mm thick

Grade

UV Protector

Filter Factor

Not Applicable

Multi-Coated

Not Applicable

Rotating

Not Applicable

Effect

Reduces excessive blue; cuts through haze and can improve image clarity; protects front element of lens

Application

Helpful when photographing mountain and marine scenes, where increased haze threatens to make your photographs indistinct in color and clarity

Color Temperature

No change

Construction

Glass

Front Filter Thread Size

58 mm

Front Lens Cap Size

58 mm

Ten-Year Warranty

Petrol - PMH-1 Mini Hood - for Small Camcorders with 2.5" LCD Monitors
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Petrol

PMH-1 Mini Hood - for Small Camcorders with 2.5" LCD Monitors

B&H# PEPMH1 | Mfr# PMH-1
The Petrol PMH-1 Mini Hood is made to fit small camcorders with 2.5" diameter LCD panel on the monitor. The two-piece monitor hood reduces glare especially in bright sunlight. The hood is made of lightweight padded fabric with rigid internal panels. Mini Hoods can be positioned 90° or 180° on the monitor.

• Two-piece LCD monitor hood to protect from sun and glare.

• Mini Hood can be positioned 90° or 180° on the monitor.

• Can be folded flat for easy storage

• Compatible with small camcorder with 2.5" LCD monitor

Material

Exterior: Lightweight nylon padded material
Interior: Polypropylene rigid panels

Attachment Method

Elastic straps

Interior Dimensions

3.54 x 3.54" (9.0 x 9.0 cm) (LxW)

Accommodates

Camcorders with 2.5" LCD monitor screens

Weight

2.11 oz (60g)

2-Year Warranty

Petrol - PRC-MDV Rain Cover
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PRC-MDV Rain Cover

B&H# PEPRCMDV | Mfr# PRC-MDV
The Petrol PRC-MDV Camera Rain Cover is designed to fit a Canon GL2 or Panasonic AG-DVC30 or similar size camcorder. The Rain cover protects a camcorder from rain, dust and poor weather conditions, while allowing full operation. There are extra large clear vinyl windows to view camera controls and cassette opening with a microphone opening, pockets for a viewfinder and a wireless receiver antenna. It has an opening for a sungun and is equipped with a thermoforming gasket to keep out dampness. This Rain cover is contoured to protect flip-out monitor screens.

• Water-resistant Ripstop nylon fabric rain cover made to protect a Mini DV camcorder

• Extra large clear vinyl windows to view controls

• Sungun opening with thermoforming gasket

• Contoured to protect flip out monitor screens

• Lens cover protection

• Microphone opening

• Length adjustment strap

• Pockets

Pocket for viewfinder
Pocket for wireless receiver antenna

• Carrying pouch is included.

• Compatible with

Canon GL -1 or GL-2 camcorders
Panasonic AG-DVC30 camcorder
Similar size camcorders

Material

Water resistant Ripstop nylon fabric

Type of Closure

Length adjustment strap

Accommodates

Mini DV camcorders with microphone and a sungun attached

Carrying/Transport Options

Carrying pouch

Weight

15.8 oz (449 g)

Carrying Pouch

2 Year Warranty

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Brochure (PDF 1.2mb)

Instruction Manual (PDF 3.7mb)

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Care & Cleaning
Maintain and clean your camcorder to ensure high quality recording.

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Give your video the finishing touch with editing software.

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Capture your desired view with a conversion lens.

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

Lights
A light is essential for virtually any indoor and many outdoor applications.

Recording Media
Media is essential for recording.

Pearstone

BP-970 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 7200mAh)

Petrol

PMCCB1 Compact Camcorder Bag

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58mm UV Protector Glass Filter

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PMH-1 Mini Hood - for Small Camcorders with 2.5" LCD Monitors

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PRC-MDV Rain Cover

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Canon GL2 Mini DV 3CCD Camcorder Kit

SageMax Protection Plan from

Coverage and Benefits:

Protection Plans

Bags & Cases Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a case.

Batteries & Power Don't get caught without power, always have a spare battery.

Filters Protect your lens or produce a desired effect.

Care & Cleaning Maintain and clean your camcorder to ensure high quality recording.

Editing Software Give your video the finishing touch with editing software.

Tripods & Supports Produce higher quality video with the support and stability you need.

Underwater Planning a dive? Capture great videos underwater.

Important Notice!

Conversion Lenses Capture your desired view with a conversion lens.

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

Lights A light is essential for virtually any indoor and many outdoor applications.

Recording Media Media is essential for recording.

Pearstone

BP-970 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 7200mAh)

Petrol

PMCCB1 Compact Camcorder Bag

Tiffen

58mm UV Protector Glass Filter

Petrol

PMH-1 Mini Hood - for Small Camcorders with 2.5" LCD Monitors

Petrol

PRC-MDV Rain Cover

Sign up for B&H news and special offers

Sales

Customer Service

Customer Service

About B&H

Resources

Bags & Cases
Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a case.

Batteries & Power
Don't get caught without power, always have a spare battery.

Filters
Protect your lens or produce a desired effect.

Care & Cleaning
Maintain and clean your camcorder to ensure high quality recording.

Editing Software
Give your video the finishing touch with editing software.

Tripods & Supports
Produce higher quality video with the support and stability you need.

Underwater
Planning a dive? Capture great videos underwater.

Conversion Lenses
Capture your desired view with a conversion lens.

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

Lights
A light is essential for virtually any indoor and many outdoor applications.

Recording Media
Media is essential for recording.