Reviews of the Canon ZR700
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CNET Review
The Good: Wide-screen LCD; excellent color quality in outdoor settings; easy-to-use controls; built-in lens cover; supports analog-to-digital conversions; plenty of manual controls; accepts add-on lenses and filters; low price.
The Bad: No accessory shoe or microphone input; bottom-loading tape compartment; grainy, low-resolution still photos; not enough stabilization at maximum zoom; poor low-light performance.
The Bottom Line: Canon's latest entry-level camcorder, the ZR700, is easy to use, affordable, and ideal for wide-screen moviemaking, but low-light performance remains a problem.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 63/100 and users 79/100. Comparing these reviews to 68886 other Camcorders reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 90/100 = Excellent.
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goodgearguide.com.au
Review Summary: Good video quality with a price premium over similar Canon models for greater battery capacity and analogue inputs.
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No Rating
laptopmag.com
Review Summary: Capture crisp video for your widescreen TV without breaking the bank.
Manufacturer: Canon USA
Part number: 1174B001
General
- Product Type Camcorder
- Enclosure Color Gray smoke
- Digital Zoom 1000 x
- Effective Sensor Resolution 680,000 pixels
- Total Pixels 0.68 megapixels
- Optical Sensor Size 1/6 in
- Optical Sensor Type CCD
- Min Illumination 2 lux
- Analog Video Format NTSC
- Digital Video Format AVI
- Special Effects Vivid, Skin Detail, Neutral
- Image Stabilizer Electronic
- Min Shutter Speed 1/60 sec
- Max Shutter Speed 1/2000 sec
- Shooting Modes Frame movie mode, Digital photo mode
- Shooting Programs Sunset, Spotlight, Beach, Portrait mode, Night mode, Sports mode, Snow, Fireworks
- White Balance Tungsten, Daylight
- White Balance Presets Outdoor, Indoor
- Exposure Modes Automatic, Program
- Camera Flash None
- Widescreen Video Capture Yes
Main Features
- Color Support Color
- Still Image Format JPEG
- Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
- TV Tuner None
Memory / Storage
- Flash Memory None
- Floppy Drive None
- Image Storage Hi 1024 x 768
- Media Type Mini DV
- Recording Speed LP, SP
Lens System
- Type Zoom lens - 2.6 mm - 65 mm - F/1.8-2.6
- Focal Length 2.6 mm - 65 mm
- Lens Aperture F/1.8-2.6
- Auto Focus Points (Zones) 9
- Optical Zoom 25 x
- Lens system type Zoom lens
- Min focal length 2.6 mm
- Max focal length 65 mm
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Features Built-in lens shield
- Focus Adjustment Automatic
- Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
Additional Features
- Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
- Digital Still Camera Function Yes
- Additional Features PictBridge support, AE lock
- Analog to digital conversion Yes
- Built-in Light Yes
- Remote control Remote control - Infrared
- Software Drivers & Utilities
- Included Accessories Battery pack
Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type Electronic
- Viewfinder Diagonal Size 0.33 in
- Viewfinder Resolution 113,000 pixels
Display
- Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7 in - Color
Digital Player (Recorder)
- Type None
Microphone
- Type Microphone - Built-in
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Composite video/audio (input/output), 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x USB
- Expansion Slot(s) 1 x SD Memory Card
Audio Input
- Audio input type Microphone
- Microphone type Built-in
- Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included USB cable, 1, 1 x A/V cable
Power
- Power Device Power adapter - External
- Battery type - Lithium ion
Battery
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery - 720 mAh ( Included )
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
Viewfinder / Display
- Display Form Factor Rotating
- Display Format 112,000 pixels
- Viewfinder Color Support Color
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 ?F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 ?F
Physical Characteristics
- Width 1.9 in
- Depth 4.5 in
- Height 3.6 in
- Weight 0.9 lbs
Product Photos
User Opinions
Buying Choices
ZR-700 Mini DV Camcorder from 1 online stores: Lowest Price: $499.55
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Amazon Marketplace
$499.55 |
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