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April 2008
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34 Reviews
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The editors liked
Like the warm sound of a vinyl LP
HDV videotape still sets the gold standard for High Def shooting. There isn’t a trace of jerkiness or digital artefact in the HV30’s rich
Natural video
And detail is particularly precise through the gleamin...
Superb stills and video
Tried and tested format
Better image quality than HDD models
Faster import than HDD models
Good in low light. Great picture quality. Manual controls
Generally excellent video quality
Solid feature set for its class
Well designed
The editors didn't like
The HV30 looks like a wallowing whale compared to today’s porpoise-thin digital rivals
And tape will always be slower to start and stop than Flash technology. It’s louder
Too
A fair bit of running noise intrudes on quieter recordings. You&r...
Abstract: A little over a year ago, Canon introduced the HV20 HDV camcorder, and it was a huge success. Just around 4 months ago Canon introduced the VIXIA HV30, a small step-up from the HV20 with only a couple of new additions. Is it worth upgrading from the HV...
High-quality video in most light, Intuitive and sturdy design, Brilliant LCD, MiniDV format means compatibility with lots of editing solutions, Full-size HDMI port
Noise and focus difficulty in low light, No significant software bundle
Canon’s new MiniDV-based Vixia HV30 is a slight upgrade from the HV20, adding a 30p progressive shooting mode and compatibility for the company’s new high-capacity batteries. At 1.2 pounds, the camera build is rugged and easy to use, but its a...
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Published: 2008-02-25, Author: Lori , review by: cnet.com
Generally excellent video quality; solid feature set for its class; well designed
Tape housing feels a bit flimsy; fixed eye-level viewfinder needs a better eye cup; manual focus dial a bit loose
An extremely minor upgrade from the HV20, the Canon Vixia HV30 remains a quality HDV camcorder with a couple of performance issues.
Abstract: The Canon HV30, like its predecessor, the HV20, is a very strong camcorder. The HV20 was praised, above all, for its video performance in both bright and low light. That much has remained true. The imaging system is identical. Unless the competition ha...
Performed excellently in low light, 25p Cine mode, unique and arresting design, extensive audio options
MiniDV is a dying format, may prove a bit bulky for some The Final Word Despite its reliance on an outdated format, the Canon HV30 is a superior high-def camcorder that offers exceptional value for money. If you can get over your anti-tape prejudice an...
Despite its reliance on an outdated format, the Canon HV30 is a superior high-def camcorder that offers exceptional value for money. If you can get over your anti-tape prejudice and embrace MiniDV, this model will deliver on every level.
Abstract: THE push to High Definition (HD) is now underway, with more and more camcorders and flat screen LCD TVs having Full HD or HD-ready capabilities.The Canon HV30 camcorder is one such Full HD camcorder: It records in 1,080 lines in interlaced mode with it...
Qualité des images, rapidité de l’autofocus, efficacité du stabilisateur, ergonomie générale (pour la vidéo), qualité de l’écran, prise micro externe, prise casque, présence d...
Bruits internes audibles à l’enregistrement, taille du viseur, absence de position grand angle, carte mini SD.
Face aux caméscopes Full HD qui multiplient les autres supports d’enregistrement, le Canon HV30 démontre que la cassette n’a pas dit son dernier mot. Il bénéficie d’une haute qualité d’imag...
Qualité des images, rapidité de l’autofocus, efficacité du stabilisateur, ergonomie générale (pour la vidéo), qualité de l’écran, prise micro externe, prise casque, présence d’une prise HDMI standard, autonomie de la batterie, présence d...
Bruits internes audibles à l’enregistrement, taille du viseur, absence de position grand angle, carte mini SD.
Abstract: A lheure où les disques durs et la mémoire flash se généralisent sur les caméscopes, la cassette DV fait de la résistance. Capable elle aussi de supporter le format HDV (soit 1440x1080 pixels et non pas 1920x1080, ne nous laissons pas induire en erreu...
