The Canon VIXIA HF R200 Flash Memory Camcorder is an entry-level high definition camera that's packed full of user-friendly features. Record your memories with the help of the camera's 3.28MP CMOS sensor, Genuine Canon HD Video Lens, and the DIGIC DV III Image Processor. Two memory card slots, holding SD/SDHC or SDXC cards, provide the ability to capture hours of footage on end without having to change cards, not to mention painless transfer and storage of your files.
The HF R200's 3.0" touch panel LCD is a generous platform with which to record and review your videos. Other features like 28x Advanced zoom and Dynamic Image Stabilization give you the tools you need to capture clear, steady footage. Other features like Touch Decoration, which lets you superimpose and record fun images with your video help you make your movies truly unique. And features like face detection, Smart Auto, and Focus Assist ensure that your videos will look their best because the camera sets itself to the capture footage for your particular needs. Other notable features of the camera include an HDMI terminal for one cable connection to your HDTV or monitor, and microphone and headphone connections for enhanced audio capture.You'll also have the flexibility of copying video from one removable SD card in your VIXIA HF R200 to another. You can easily insert one of the cards into your computer or HDTV's card reader and view your recorded footage immediately.
The advantages of flash memory go beyond the added recording time. You'll also appreciate the quick response time, because there are no moving parts. Press the record button and your VIXIA HF R200 starts recording video faster than you've ever seen before. In addition, when you review, you'll have quick access to your footage
In fact, the system is so intelligent that it will recognize faces turned downwards or sideways. In addition, a specific face may be selected as the main subject for continuous tracking. This feature is convenient in searching for clips which feature that specific subject's face. In search and playback, use of the Face Index will display those frames with the chosen face as a thumbnail in each shot in which it appears. Your selected face can also be linked as a timeline to further identify footage containing your subject
The VIXIA HF R200 comes with a Level Marker feature to keep your camera level for more professional-looking photos. The VIXIA HF R200's Grid Marker feature lets you compose your shot accurately, according to the grid in your viewfinder. You can even choose from two different colors for the grid ensuring that you see the grid, no matter what the background color of your shot is.
The versatile VIXIA HF R200 even lets you capture a still image from an already recorded movie. While playing the movie in your camcorder, simply press the photo button to capture a 1920 x 1080 still image onto an SD card or to internal memory. Additionally, the VIXIA HF R200 allows you to capture 30 photos from one second of video. Now, better photos, filled with action and expressions, are easy to grab, print, post and share
You would normally have to look to professional video cameras in order to find a sophisticated tool like 30p Progressive Mode at your command. In addition to the standard interlaced video frame rate of 60i, you may choose to set the VIXIA HF R200 to capture video in 30p, (30 progressive frames, recorded to 60i) which is particularly useful for footage to be used on the Internet. It's also excellent for action and sports shots. In addition, this setting gives enhanced quality to photos captured after recording
A microphone terminal with manual audio level control and a Headphone terminal provide exceptional audio adaptability. For the ultimate in flexibility, the VIXIA HF R200 is compatible with the optional Canon wireless microphone WM-V1. Using a receiver which plugs into the microphone terminal, its audio can be captured from up to 164ft. (50m) away. Use it to record audio from a distant subject, or as a transceiver to cue shooting from a third party
The bundled application is compatible with Windows XP (Service Pack 2 and 3), Windows Vista, and Windows 7