Canon Vixia HG20
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- 43rd of 133 in Mainstream Camcorders (#1 is Sony DCR-SX40)
- 16th of 48 in Hard Disk (#1 is JVC MG630)
- 35th of 71 in High Definition (#1 is Kodak Zi8)
- 34th of 66 in Media Card (#1 is Sony DCR-SX40)
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Answered Questions for the Canon Vixia HG20
- Q: Can Final Cut Pro edit this camera's video?
- A: I think you'll need to update your copy of FCP. As Jake Ludington states:Final Cut... read more
- Q: hdmi connect of canon hg20 to 16:10 computer monitor if possible.
- A: It should still connect, depending on if you have an HDMI connection in the monitor... read more
- Q: How do you import Vixia HG20 files onto a Mac if iMovie won't recognize the files as movie files?
- A: You must be using iMovie '08 or '09 to import directly from the camera. Check... read more
- Q: Better video editing software?
- A: Oh, that's okay. You can say it. Pixela SUCKS. Everyone knows it. That's way it's... read more
- Q: Which software to use with Vixia HG20 to get a camcorder quality picture on the PC?
- A: That's interesting because I have a similar setup (though, using AMD) and similar RAM and... read more
- Q: Rolling Shutter/CMOS vs. CCD confused. Need camera for new baby action shots.
- A: I'd still recommend Canon, especially if you're using a MAC to make to DVD. They're... read more
- Q: can i stream live video with a canon hg20 to sony vegas pro?
- A: If you set the camera to USB Streaming, you may be able to run it... read more
- Q: Though the HG20 comes with Image Mixer, should also buy Sony Vegas Movie Studio 9 Platinum?
- A: Yes it is easier. With all due respect to Canon, but what were you guys... read more
- Q: from analog to HD. Too quick an advancement?
- A: Well,there's no saying you have to go "all in" all at once. If you have... read more
- Q: What is the best software to convert the MTS files for use with Final Cut?
- A: One workaround I have read about is to copy the whole structure to an image... read more
- Q: New to the HDD scene. How do these cameras compare with DV cameras in regards to quality - is it feasible to use one for pro-ish applications?
- A: Absolutely. Most cable series use em for 2nd camera work. HD (not to be confused... read more
- Q: Connected HG20 to HDTV thru hdmi, but there is no pic or sound. TV has detected device HG20 but still no picture. problem with cable/camcorder?
- A: Check your playback settings. I'd also connect using an HD capable component video cable to... read more
- Q: Is Videoera like Windows Movie Maker? Videoera talks about IPods conversion.
- A: No. Windows movie maker is an editor. It can convert to a point, but it's... read more
- Q: Does the HG20 record in both SD and HD? If only HD and you burn a DVD, will the DVD play in SD DVD player and work on SD TV?
- A: No, it won't play on a standard DVD player if you burn an HiDef DVD. read more
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Open Questions for the Canon Vixia HG20
- Q: Is the Canon Vixia HG20 compatible with iMovie .08?
- 3 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: how do I connect a monitor to the hg 20 for real-time monitoring during taping?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Is this camcorder good for outdoor soccer games??
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Is this camcorder good for outdoor soccer games??
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Can you edit Canon HG20 videos in Windows Movie Maker?
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: studdering video on downloaded HG20 file
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Why is there an altitude limit of 3000m on use of the hard drive and thus the camera?
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: How do you get the screen info off the broadcast
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: How do you get MTS files to AVI files for windows movie maker XP?
- 20 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: Which mode can I shoot at to just have standard video without having to burn it in High Def and burn a regular DVD to play on a standard DVD player?
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: I am having problems downloading HD movies from HG20 to my PC.
- 10 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: I keep reading about motion artifacting with the HG20 can anyone who owns one address this issue for me?
- 5 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: Are there any limitations in its use beyond a certain altitude?
- 7 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: If I shoot MXP/FXP movie how do I preserve quality when creating a DVD disk?
- 1 point for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: Hard Drive Camcorder with external mic capabilities
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
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