Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder
The Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition AVCHD HDD camcorder combines a 40GB internal memory, 1920 x 1080 Full HD CMOS sensor, and DIGIC DV II technology. The 40GB HDD allows for up to 15 hours of record time in LP mode while the CMOS provides for true-to-life color rendition even in low-light. The DIGIC DV II technology further improves color reproduction, especially in skin tones while at the same time reducing image noise.
The 2.7" multi-angled vivid widescreen LCD enables you to shoot with the LCD screen at any angle and still be able to see what you're recording. The SuperRange optical image stabilization offers more image stability than previously available on other camcorders. The 24p provides rich, movie-film quality for your videos.
The HG10 is small enough to fit in your pocket or bag, allowing you to take it anywhere you go. Canon's compact design also provides for ease of use and ergonomic comfort when recording, giving you a camcorder that looks and feels smart.
- 40GB Hard Disk Drive
- The 40GB hard drive allows you to shoot 1920 x 1080 HD resolution video for hours without having to change your recording media. You can record up to 15 hours in LP mode and five and a half hours in super high quality mode. No matter which mode you decide to shoot in you are virtually guaranteed to have more than enough memory.
- 1920 x 1080 HD CMOS Sensor
- Canon designed and manufactured this 1920 x 1080 HD CMOS Sensor. The sensor provides high color resolution and advanced color production, giving you brilliant results. Canon's proprietary noise reduction technology makes all images crisp and sharp. The RGB Primary Color Filter with Bayer Replacement Pattern separates light into Red, Green, and Blue color components, giving your images rich, true-to-life color reproduction. The RGB filter is excellent with low-light as well, providing for impressive image capture.
- DIGIC DV II
- DIGIC DV II is the follow up to the original DIGIC DV, having been made exclusively for HD cameras. This technology ensures optimal image quality not only for your video but for your still images as well. Improved color reproduction, hybrid noise reduction, and crystal clear HD images are all benefits of DIGIC DV II technology. You can shoot up to five still images per second (3.1 Mp). The DIGIC DV II also lowers power consumption, allowing for longer battery life.
- SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization
- Canon's SuperRange has the bases covered when it comes to image stabilization. Unlike other optical image stabilization (OIS) systems, SuperRange OIS gives you a steady shot without a loss in image quality. You are also afforded stabilization through a wider range of camera motions. Vibrations from a moving vehicle, hand held recording, body sway, and the occasional bump are corrected for. SuperRange OIS on the HG10 can be used for both your video and still shooting.
- 24p Cinema Mode
- Obtain the film look and feel when you elect to shoot in 24p mode. The HG10's 24p allows you to shoot at the same rate as movie film. Tones and colors can also be enhanced when you use the CINE setting.
- Shoot Video & Stills Simultaneously
- You can capture still images from your recorded video footage and store them onto a miniSD card for easy transfer to your PC or compatible printer.
- LCD Display
- The 2.7" multi-angle vivid widescreen LCD on the HG10 gives you more flexibility than before by allowing for a wider range of viewing angles, making it possible for you to see the LCD screen accurately, no matter what angle you want to record from. The anti reflective surface and improved color reproduction, cause what you see on the LCD screen to be truer to what you're actually capturing. This feature also allows for less glare and better contrast, making it possible for more than one person to see what is on the screen.
- Corel Application Disk
- The Canon HG10 comes with a bundled software suite from Corel. WinDVD SE lets you play back your recorded video on your computer as well as edit in AVCHD. With the Corel Application Disc, you can use DVD Moviewriter SE when you're finished editing to burn your video onto either a full size AVCHD DVD or standard definition DVD.
- Easy Photo Sharing
- Use Canon's Print/Share to print directly from your HG10 to select Canon printers or any PictBridge-compatible printer using the included USB cable. Hit the Print/Share button on the camcorder to start printing your images without having to use a computer. When connected to a computer all you need to do is hit the Print/Share button to immediately transfer your photos to the computer.
| Camera | |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 1/2.7" CMOS Sensor, RGB primary color filter |
| Lens |
f/stop:1.8-3.0 Focal length=6.1-61mm |
| Zoom |
10x optical 200x digital |
| Filter Size | 43mm |
| Optical Image Stabilization | SuperRange optical |
| Lux | 3 lux (at 1/30 second) |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| System | NTSC |
| Format |
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Still: JPEG |
| Audio | HD: Dolby Digital 2 channel (AC-3 2 ch) |
| Time Code | Yes |
| Date & Time | Yes |
| A/V Dubbing | No |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Widescreen 0.27" color viewfinder (Approx. 123,000 pixels) |
| LCD Monitor | 2.7" Multi-angle vivid widescreen LCD (Approx. 211,000 pixels) |
| Conveniences | |
|---|---|
| Manual Controls | Focus, exposure, white balance |
| Built-in Light | Yes |
| Built-In Microphone | Yes |
| Built-in Speaker | Yes |
| Accessory Shoe | Yes - hot, cold |
| Titler | No |
| Digital Effects | Yes |
| Fade Resistance | Yes |
| Special Effects | Yes |
| Tape Loading | N/A |
| Digital Still Mode | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 2048 x 1536 (max) |
| Card Slot | Mini SD |
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Line In Recording | No |
| Inputs | Mic |
| Outputs |
USB(mini-B) HDMI AV out Component out |
| Microphone Input | Yes |
| Headphone Jack | Yes |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Power Requirements | 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption | Approx. 3.6W-4.9W |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 3.2 x 3.0 x 5.1" (8.12 x 7.62 x 12.95cm) |
| Weight | 1.1 lbs (0.49kg) (not including lens and battery pack) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 69 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Great picture quality (61)
- Comfortable to operate (51)
- Simple controls (44)
- Great features (43)
- Great sound (24)
Cons
- Poor battery life (16)
- Poor sound (5)
Best Uses
- Travel (45)
- Family (28)
- Home movies (26)
- Movies/short films (20)
- Sports (17)
- How long have you owned it:
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- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (25), Casual user (22), Semi-pro (8), Semi-professional (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
The Best Non-Pro HD Cam on the Market
I researched a new camcorder for a few months before going with the HG10. At the time I owned a Sony SR80 SD camcorder, it was a great little camcorder that got me into ...Read complete review
I researched a new camcorder for a few months before going with the HG10. At the time I owned a Sony SR80 SD camcorder, it was a great little camcorder that got me into the HDD & digital camcorder era and as I started to look into moving into the High Def world of recording I figured the logical transition would be to move to the Sony SR7 but I did want to do my due diligence and research what else was on the market and along came this little gem. Now I must say that I did not buy this camcorder for the camera function(s) because I own a Canon EOS 40D DSLR so I cannot comment on any of the ‘camera’ side of things related this camcorder (in fact I have not taken a single a picture with the camcorder; strange thing is though I actually purchased a 1GB miniSD card with the camera, go figure).Anyway, I narrowed my purchasing decision down to the Canon HG10 and the Sony SR7…I read every review out there regarding the two. I went to various electronic stores and compared the two side by side and that was the tell-tell difference…The Canon was just plain superior in image quality and that was my main decision factor…I will say the Sony was probably a little more ergonomic than the Canon and felt more comfortable in my hand however my wife and I have two children and the reason I was moving to HD was to capture them in as pure an image as I could and the Canon simply did that better than the Sony, so I was willing to overlook the ergonomics. Oh did I mention the price difference? At the time (a couple of weeks before Christmas 07’) the Sony was a little over [$]more than the Canon.The Canon has a number of features and if you own an EOS camera many, a great many of the features found on the EOS camera lineup appear on this camcorder (like recording in Priority, AV, TV or Scene modes…setting the aperture and shutter speeds, ect)…In fact this is where the Canon began to really pull away from the Sony…Canon incorporated their CMOS sensor into this camcorder and their DIGIC image processing which truly produces one magnificent image…I have hooked this camcorder to my Plasma and played the videos and its truly amazing to watch my sons football games or my daughters dance classes in such quality…I have burned the videos to Blu-Ray and played them on our PS3 and the image quality is well simply amazing. A couple of the things I wish they would have done on the Canon were to provide a larger HDD, this one comes with a 40GB but I would have preferred at least a 60GB…Setting the recording mode to HXP records to disk @ 15 meg per second and with the 40GB HDD you get 5hours and 45mins worth of recording time (more than enough for most recordings but a 60GB would have been nice considering the cost of disk storage is so inexpensive now days)…I also wished they included a little better software with the camcorder, the included software works but it does not have a great many features available..I ended up buying Nero 8 Ultra and it works great…I also wish they would have included a docking station with the camcorder, I had that with my SR80 and it really made image transferring quite simple. Simply sit the unit in the dock and turn it on and images started transferring…This would be nice feature on the Canon.Do your research and purchase the camcorder that most meets your needs (and budget) but if you’re in the market for a HD camcorder you cannot go wrong with this one and for the price that B&H has it for, it’s a no brainer….!!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Good Camera but not ready for Macintosh
Everything that everybody else is saying it's true. The image rocks, the size it's great, even the battery life is long. But try to capture your files using a Mac. YOU CAN'T.<...Read complete review
Everything that everybody else is saying it's true. The image rocks, the size it's great, even the battery life is long. But try to capture your files using a Mac. YOU CAN'T.
Final Cut don't support this kind of files yet. So you're gonna have to download this very specific software to encode your .MTS files (this cameras native format) to apple readable files.
If you are a Macintosh user, wait a little longer before you buy it and learn about it. I didn't.
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Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Limited Zoom
- Poor Sound
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
this camcorder picture quality is good. but weight is more. its not have touch screen option.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
Pros - easy to start using right away, small enough to fit into small bags - yet not too small that it feels like you will break it, great picture video quality
cons - zoom button takes a little getting used to for speed
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Low-Quality Recordings
- Poor Battery Life
- Poor Sound
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
right size, good video,easy to handle!
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Editing
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
Very easy to use with very professional results. With the built in 40G Hard Drive and a long lasting battery you can just focus on your subject.
Pros
- Sensor
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Home Movies
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
It's very good even indoor. Good buy!
Pros
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Poor Battery Life
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
Have Good Picture but the battery not so good
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
Cons
- Complicated To Operate
- Inadequate Features
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
I have had the product only for one month and HD just blows my mind away. I have. an old jvc SD camera and when I compare it with the video that we get with the canon it is so amazing. I haven't had the opportunity to compare this camera with other HD cameras since so few people have it. The ease of use of the wheel based control leaves something to be desired but once you get used to it, it is a hoot to play around with it. All in all for the price it is a great acquisition.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Same Features
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Editing
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
This camcorder has everything you will need and can record for long enough. Up to 6 hours in HDD and around 20 hours in the lowest setting. HD quality is excellent and the image stabilization is also very good (I always recommend a tripod just the same for professional stuff). Don't waste your time like I did killing yourself over 10 camcorders. Save more and get the extended warranty, battery, bag and hdmi cable like I did. You still save on this item and you only lose out on being able to record for 10 hours longer (if your battery would even stay charged).
Pros
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Needs focus ring on front
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Editing
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
To work with this camera in Final Cut Pro 6, it is just as easy, if not easier than capturing with a Firewire MiniDV cam. In play mode and the power connected, connect your HG10 to the Mac via USB. In your project, select the Log and Transfer option, select preferences, and select Apple intermidiate codec under AVCHD. Make sure your scratch disk is set, and drag and drop the desired clips into the queue where it reads "Drag media here." The clips will transfer into the project bin, and you'll be ready to edit. Go to Canon's support site and search for help with Final Cut Studio 2 if you need more direction.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Picture Quality
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Poor Battery Life
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
I was originally concerned when I received this because it was so SMALL! I am a big guy with big guy fingers but I can run the controls with ease.I think this was an excellent purchase and except for forgetting my battery charger while on vaca. I love it! [...]
Pros
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
I have been using this camera for a few weeks and really like what it has to offer. Some of the functions are a little hard to find the first time and I think the manual could be a little easier to read. I like the fact that I don't have to mess with tapes anymore! The battery life seems to be pretty good but I think I will purchase another one to match the long recording time of the hard drive. The zoom buttons are a little different for me beings I am used to a wheel instead of toggle buttons. Overall I'd recommend this to anyone who shoots casual sporting events as well as childrens activities.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Complicated To Operate
- Poor Sound
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
This camcorder records great quality video. The Effects even allow indoor recordings without much noticeable grain. The manual focus is somewhat difficult to master (a focus ring would be much better) but for the most part it is a very nice camcorder.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
Very easy to use for someone new to the video camera world. I feel like we got a really good deal on a really fancy camera. The picture looks great and the sound is very clear too.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
Easy to use, great features including white balance and custom camera settings, sharp HD videos and good photos. Had a problem with the hard drive going down shortly after purchase. Disappointing not to have it for a vacation trip, but the authorized service center fixed it promptly and returned it. No problem for me since it was handled well, and rare glitches with even a great product can be expected. Purchased a second higher-capacity battery and have had all the time I need between the two. Just wish consumer camcorders had a "locked" fade-in/fade-out so you didn't have to select it each time. Not a con since no camcorder I have seen has it.
Pros
- Durable
- Great Picture Quality
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
I bought this camcorder to film short movies with my friends. The battery it came with lasted 4-5 hours. The viewfinder was pretty useless. The quality is great! The microphone is good indoors, but in the wind it gets pretty messy. I did not take pictures with it yet so I have no opinion about that. It has decent zoom. The software it comes with is not superb but it does get very basic video editing stuff accomplished. The controls are easy to learn and maneuver. The hard drive is a great size too! This is my very first camcorder and I am very pleased with it.
NOTE:
At first, I had difficulty transferring the video files into editable video files. However, the COREL software included with the camcorder helps you export the video files into an editable video format.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
Cons
- Poor Battery Life
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
This camera is awesome. Great HD video! Even in standard definition, quality is excellent. the only problem I have with this is the poor battery life. You need an extra one if you plan to use it for some hours continuously
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
- Playback Compatability
- Poor Battery Life
Best Uses
- Extreme Outdoor Video
- HD Shooting
- Travel
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
I have put this camera through extreme conditions. 50mph winds, below zero temps, fog/mist, still works great. I use it primarily for hunting and it has seen some rough times. the picture quality is great, features are easy to use but the compatability for playback on a computer even with the software it came with is not good, only problem i have had.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
- Slightly slow autofocus
Best Uses
- All The Above
- Good enough for pro's
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
The HG10 is a delight . Easy to use , exceptional
color , and features of a $3,000 video camera . This borderlines on the consumer / prosumer level .
You can use this cam for any occasion and be happy with the outcome . The only negative , if you want to call it that , is sometimes its auto focus is a tad slow . So for Pic , i give it a 10
and sound , i give it a 8 ! Buy This Video Recorder . And at B and H's price , it can't be beat !!
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
The camera is easy to use. Just has the main features that you need. Not all the complicated stuff. Takes great movies even in low light conditions. Truly HD. Good idea to get an extra battery. Battery lasts approx. 45 minutes on the highest quality setting. Highly recommend.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Poor Battery Life
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Canon VIXIA HG10 High Definition HDD Camcorder:
Our home movies have never looked better! The image stabilization is awesome since most of our home movies are hand held. The tiny size wierded me out at first but don't let it fool you. The only struggle we've had is figuring out the best way to edit and archive footage since AVCHD is still new-ish. We'll probably buy Sony Vegas for editing.
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- Instruction Manual (PDF 7.5mb)
Batteries & Power
Don't get caught without power, always have a spare battery.
- Price: $80.49
- Limited supply at this price
Bags & Cases
Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or case.
- Price: $18.95
- GBP 12.10
Filters
Protect your lens or produce a desired visual effect by adding a filter.
- Price: $39.00
- GBP 24.90
Lenses & Adaptors
Capture the right view with a conversion lens.
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- Original: $92.50
- Save: $9.25
- Price: $83.25
- GBP 53.15
External Microphones
Enhance the quality of your audio recording with an external microphone.
- Price: $85.00
- GBP 54.27
On-Camera Lights
Adjust the lighting for virtually any indoor and many outdoor applications.
- Price: $79.00
- GBP 50.44
Tripods & Support
Stabilize your video with the support you need.
- Price: $389.00
- GBP 248.36
Care & Cleaning
Ensure trouble-free performance through proper camcorder maintenance.
- Price: $11.45
- GBP 7.31
Cables & Adaptors
Connect the proper cable to enjoy the full quality of your footage.
- Price: $49.00
- GBP 31.28
Underwater Housings
Capture great-looking footage underwater.
- Price: $109.95
- GBP 70.20
What's in the Box
- BP-2L13 Battery Pack
- CA-570 Compact Power Adapter
- WL-D86 Wireless Controller
- STV-250N Stereo/Video Cable
- IFC-400PCU USB Cable
- CTC-100/S Component Cable
- Corel Application Disc
- Digital Video Solution Disc
- Backup Utility Disc
- 1 Year Parts & Labor Limited Warranty
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