- Hi8 camcorder.
- 22x optical, 700x digital zoom with digital image stabilization.
- Color LCD monitor and black & white EVF.
- Uses an included lithium-ion battery.
- Includes power adapter, wireless controller, A/V cable, and shoulder strap.
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Hi8 technology has been ignored lately because of the digital
revolution, but price-conscious buyers can still find great
picture quality and feature-laden Hi8 camcorders, and the Canon
ES8400V is no exception. Some of its many features include a
large 2.5-inch LCD screen, color viewfinder, built-in video
light, time base corrector for a more accurate picture, preset
titling, and digital effects such as art, black and white, sepia,
negative, and 16:9 screen ratio.
Lens
The optical zoom has a power of 22x and a digital zoom of 800x.
The digital zoom works by electronically enhancing the optical
image and comes in handy for objects far away. The electronic
image stabilization system keeps the picture steady despite
natural hand shaking from the user. The autofocus and
autoexposure functions help you concentrate on the action rather
than on trying to find the ideal setting for each moment. For
greater control, you can use the focus controller and direct the
camera to focus on an off-center subject. The ES8400V has
programmed autoexposure settings to match a variety of shooting
situations: auto, sports, portrait, spotlight, and sand and snow.
Inputs and Outputs
The standard RCA input-output and cable are included so you can
hook the camcorder to a TV for convenient viewing or a VCR for
dubbing to regular VHS.
Contents
This package contains the ES8400V camcorder, battery pack (model
BP-911K), shoulder strap, power adapter (model CA-550), and AV
cable.
From the Manufacturer
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Pick up a Canon ES8400V Hi8 camcorder, and you're got a world of
spectacular video possibilities in your hand. With a wealth of
advanced functions, a powerful zoom lens, video effects and
Canons elegant user-friendly design, the ES8400V is just the
tool you need to make your video production dreams come true.
Optical 22x (Digital 800x) Zoom
Canon's exclusive precision optical zoom lens lets you capture
everything from sweeping panoramas to thrilling close-ups, all in
flawless detail. The powerful digital zoom lets you increase
magnification to an incredible 800x,for even more dramatic
results.
Image Stabilizer
The advanced image stabilization system instantly compensates
for "camera shake" caused by unsteady hands, giving you smooth,
stable pictures even for the extreme close-ups, without a tripod.
Photo Mode
The ES8400V's photo mode lets you record still images with sound
for approximately seven seconds.
2.5" Color LCD Screen
The ES8400V features a bright color LCD screen that makes it
easy to shoot well-composed video without having to squint into a
viewfinder. Rotate the screen for high or low - angle s, or
turn it around 180° for yourself. When you're done
shooting, the screen is great for playing back your scenes.
Built-in Video Light
The built-in video lights lets you keep on shooting even when
the light fades. Even in total darkness, the ES8400V lets you
capture the nightlife without having to carry or connect any
added gear.
FlexiZone AF/AE
This exciting and exclusive innovation by Canon lets you keep
your subject in perfect focus and exposure regardless of the
shooting and lighting conditions. Simply use the FlexiZone
controller to align the FlexiZone with your subject in the
viewfinder. The ES8400V does the rest!
Programmed Auto-Exposure
While the ES8400V's Auto mode is fine for most shooting
situations, the camcorder also includes four additional
pre-programmed auto exposure modes, each carefully designed to
give you the best possible image results under special shooting
conditions.
Point-and-Shoot Simplicity
The great video rtunities can come suddenly, and even if
you're ready, is your camcorder? When there's no time to adjust
focus, exposure or white balance, rely on the ES8400V, which does
it all automatically for you. Just switch on, point and shoot.
Digital Effects
The ES8400V features 8 special digital image effects (Art, Black
& White, Sepia, Negative, Mirror, Mosaic, 16:9, Cinema, strobe
and ghost) to add to your video s, for a touch of
variety and impact at the touch of a button.
PAL TV Playback
The ES8400V can convert NTSC-recorded video to PAL60.