Note: this camcorder was first sold in
Jan 2007.
There may be newer versions available.
Canon HV20 High Definition Camcorder
HQ Grade: C-
| 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. |
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This camcorder is ranked
- 7th of 19 in MiniDV (#1 is JVC GR-D850)
- 33rd of 44 in High Definition (#1 is Canon HF100)
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Editors' Comments
The Canon HV20 High Definition Camcorder is an achievement in home video recording. With the HV20, amateur and casual videographers can now make full-resolution 1080 widescreen (16:9) high-definition videos, for use on their HDTVs. The camera's built-in HDMI terminal makes connecting to HDTVs incredibly easy. Advanced users will surely be interested... read more
Specifications
- High Definition Mini DV Camcorder
- 1080 HD resolution, 24p "Cinema Mode"
- 10x optical zoom, optical image stabilization
- HDMI Connectivity
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Answered Questions for the HV20
- Q: Does anyone know what is the best video editing software to easily use with this camcorder? I was leaning toward Sony Vegas 7? Any other suggestions?
- A: Hey, RJ.Sony Vegas 7 is a good software. Many HV20 owners that posted the same question on this website are... read more
- Q: "Best" video editing software for HV20 novice
- A: Hey. David.First I would like to say congratulations on the HV20, good choiceThere are many video editing software programs out... read more
- Q: I can not get my 1yr computer to reconize the hv 20
- A: Jack.I am surprised your one year old computer does not have a firewire port. In many cases the USB can... read more
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Open Questions for the HV20
- Q: I am a realtor. I am looking for a great camcorder for virtual tours. Do you have a recomendation ?
- 10 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: I can't get my iMac to even recognize the Canon hv20.
- 4 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I have a macbook with Final Cut Express, I can't seem to get my computer to recognize the HV20 using the USB cable but it didn't come with a firewire?
- 15 points for best answer - 3 replies
Store Ratings and Offer Details for the Canon HV20
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105 Store Reviews |
Your Electronic Warehouse
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$999.00 |
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1119 Store Reviews |
eBay
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$889.00 |
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344 Store Reviews |
Vanns.com
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$449.77 |
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136 Store Reviews |
Amazon Marketplace
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$1,284.89 |
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584 Store Reviews |
Pavilion Electronics
via Amazon.com |
$949.99 |
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1309 Store Reviews |
47digital
via Amazon.com |
$1,284.89 |
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