| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of camcorders. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
- 3 out of 5
- 3 out of 5
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Canon GL2 Reviews
- 3.4 out of 5
Professional Reviews of the Canon GL2
- 5 out of 5
A very enthusiastic assessment of the Canon GL2, which this reviewer considers to be the best choice in the $1500 to $2000 dollar range. Its low light performance is exceptional and its audio controls are ideal for users who need enhanced audio control read original review
Canon GL2 Reviews by Camcorder-HQ Users
- 3 out of 5
This is the second time within a year that this camera's start/stop rewind/ff clutch has broken. $400 a pop. With less than 10 hours of... read more
- 3 out of 5
I've had this camera for 2 years and the image quality is excellent... but....I've had in for repairs twice and this last time it was... read more
- 3 out of 5
When the camera is working, it's got a great picture. But, just like some have said here, I am experiencing the same problem with tapes... read more
- 3 out of 5
This is a very good camera for price and quality. It has good features and very good color quality. I looked at reviews before I... read more
- 3 out of 5
I like the GL2 but the camera is very sensitive to any moisture. I live in hawaii in the rainforest area. I am constantly trying... read more
- 4 out of 5
i HAVE QUITE A LOT OF CAMERA NOISE ON MY GL2 dOES ANYONR ELSE HAVE THIS PROBLEM?read more
- 2 out of 5
I have 6 of the GL 2 and everyone has been in for repairs at least once at a cost of $958 each time to... read more
- 5 out of 5
I use this camera ALOT and it never has failed meread more
- 5 out of 5
I own a small video bussiness. My gl2 is a dated SD camera now but still delivers good quality footage. Can't say it's a good... read more
- 5 out of 5
I work as a pro and have for 17 years and have co-workers who own other prosumers and none of the others (JVC,Sony,Panasonic) have equal... read more
- 5 out of 5
this camera has all you need to start with and with it being small Light and a work of art its magnificentread more
- 5 out of 5
0.38 megapixels (effective), 3 CCDs, 20x optical zoom/400x digital zoom, Mini DV format, 2.5" LCD, auto and manual focus, electronic image stabilization, 2.6 lbs.read more
- 5 out of 5
Excellent 2nd camera on many, many shoots and documentaries. Solid, reliable, great with a Beachtek audio adapter, a pro mic and the wide angle adapter... read more
- 1 out of 5
"Remove Cassette Error". Happened after less than 20 hr usage. Same error happened to my Canon ZR25MC before. I thought they should have fixed the... read more
- 1 out of 5
I bought a GL 2 the first week in November of 2005. So far I've shot zero feet of usable footage. Out of the box... read more
- 1 out of 5
I have to say the GL2 is a good camera. But if you need cleaning or anything is wrong with the camera their customer service... read more
