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Canon Vixia HV40

Canon Vixia HV40

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Editors' Comments

The Canon VIXIA HV40 HD camcorder is a powerful camcorder with a wealth of high end features. A combination of Canon 10x HD Video Lens, a Canon Full HD CMOS Image Sensor and DIGIC DV II Image Processor allows for stunning image quality. Additionally the SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer ensures that your video and photos steady. Instant AF gives the camera a fast and accurate focus, while the HV40 offers a number of shooting modes.

Specifications

  • 10x HD Video Lens
  • SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer
  • DIGIC DV II Image Processor
  • 24p Cinema Mode, 30p Progressive Mode
  • 2.7-inch Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD
  • HDMI Port for easy connectivity to HDTVs

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Answered Questions for the HV40

Q: can the HV40 be used for a form of timelapse with an external trigger device.
A: I am aware of that. Unfortunately, the HV40 is way too new to know much in the way of detail. read more

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Q: Does the Vixia HV40 have time-lapse capability?
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Product Information

Manufacturer Canon
Part Number 3686B001AA
UPC 013803113006
Release Date Apr 1, 2009

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